What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Hamilton?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Hamilton is to bus which costs £15 - £29 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Hamilton?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Miller Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Hamilton?

The distance between Cairnryan and Hamilton is 94 miles. The road distance is 80.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to Hamilton without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Hamilton without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs £15 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Hamilton?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Cairnryan to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Hamilton bus from?

Cairnryan to Hamilton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Hamilton bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Hamilton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Hamilton is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Cairnryan to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 1351+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Cairnryan to Hamilton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 267 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Hamilton by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2h 50m
£15–29
Drive 80.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Hamiltoncar 80.4 mi
1h 45m
£20–29
Bus, line 267 bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park Roadbus 255 / ...
3h 27m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Beresford Terracebus 60 / ...
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3h 51m
£39–66

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Distance: 93.6 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Hamilton, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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