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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Paisley is to Bus which costs £6 - £14 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Paisley is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Paisley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Terminal Building via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Paisley?

The distance between Cairnryan and Paisley is 91 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Paisley without a car is to Bus which takes 2h 42m and costs £6 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Cairnryan to Paisley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Paisley bus from?

Cairnryan to Paisley bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Paisley bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Paisley bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Paisley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Paisley is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Cairnryan to Paisley.

Where can I stay near Paisley?

There are 1485+ hotels available in Paisley.

Cairnryan to Paisley - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, car, and line 26 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Paisley by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2h 42m
£6–13
Bus, train via Girvan
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Rail Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Girvan to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
3h 19m
£30–48
Drive 76.3 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Paisleycar 76.3 mi
1h 33m
£19–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Beresford Terracebus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2h 47m
£28–42
Bus, line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Park Roadbus 26
3h 50m
£21–34

Cairnryan to Paisley by bus

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Distance: 90.5 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Translink operates a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan twice daily. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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