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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Prestonpans is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Prestonpans is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Prestonpans?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Prestonpans. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Ayres Wynd via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Prestonpans?

The distance between Cairnryan and Prestonpans is 138 miles. The road distance is 131.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Prestonpans without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 9m and costs £26 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Cairnryan to Prestonpans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Prestonpans bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Prestonpans bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Prestonpans?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Prestonpans is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Cairnryan to Prestonpans.

Where can I stay near Prestonpans?

There are 2679+ hotels available in Prestonpans.

Cairnryan to Prestonpans - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 9m
£26–70
Drive 130.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Prestonpanscar 130.4 mi
2h 33m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
4h 25m
£26–48
Bus via St Andrew's House
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh - Regent Roadbus Uk090
5h 27m
Bus, train via Ayr
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 Haymarkettrain
5h 58m
£54–95

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Distance: 137 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Ayres Wynd via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 4h 25m.

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