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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Motherwell is to Bus via Glasgow Buchanan which costs £5 - £10 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Motherwell is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at High Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Motherwell?

The distance between Cairnryan and Motherwell is 94 miles. The road distance is 83.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Motherwell without a car is to bus which takes 2h 41m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Cairnryan to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Motherwell bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Motherwell bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Motherwell is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Cairnryan to Motherwell.

Where can I stay near Motherwell?

There are 1300+ hotels available in Motherwell.

Cairnryan to Motherwell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2h 41m
£17–34
Bus via Glasgow Buchanan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2h 41m
£5–9
Drive 83.2 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Motherwellcar 83.2 mi
1h 45m
£21–30
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 45m
£36–58

Cairnryan to Motherwell by bus

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Distance: 93.9 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Motherwell, 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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