What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to New Lanark?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to New Lanark is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to New Lanark?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to New Lanark is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and New Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to New Lanark. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to New Lanark?

The distance between Cairnryan and New Lanark is 108 miles. The road distance is 88.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to New Lanark without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to New Lanark without a car is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to New Lanark?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Cairnryan to New Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to New Lanark bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to New Lanark bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to New Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to New Lanark is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Cairnryan to New Lanark.

Where can I stay near New Lanark?

There are 304+ hotels available in New Lanark.

Cairnryan to New Lanark - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
3h 48m
Drive 87.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to New Lanarkcar 87.8 mi
1h 59m
£22–31
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
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain
4h 29m
£47–81
Bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Pollock Streetbus 240
4h 36m

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Distance: 107.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and New Lanark, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 48m.

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