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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Perth is to bus via Park and Ride which costs £28 - £55 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Perth. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at South Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Fairhill View. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Perth?

The distance between Cairnryan and Perth is 144 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Perth without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Cairnryan to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Perth bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Perth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Perth is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Cairnryan to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 560+ hotels available in Perth.

Cairnryan to Perth - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
3h 44m
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091 / ...
4h 17m
£28–52
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Beresford Terracebus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
4h 33m
£58–105
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Perthcar 136.1 mi
2h 37m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Streetbus M8
4h 22m

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Distance: 142.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to South Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Park and Ride, and Fairhill View in around 4h 17m.

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