What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews is to Bus via Overgate which costs £16 - £25 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Saint Andrews?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews station. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Crichton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews?

The distance between Cairnryan and Saint Andrews is 177 miles. The road distance is 151.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews without a car is to Bus via Overgate which takes 5h 8m and costs £16 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Saint Andrews bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Saint Andrews bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Saint Andrews is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Cairnryan to Saint Andrews.

Where can I stay near Saint Andrews?

There are 1300+ hotels available in Saint Andrews.

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

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

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Bus via Overgate
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1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 8m
£16–24
Drive 150.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Saint Andrewscar 150.8 mi
3h 6m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
5h 9m
£30–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
5h 11m
£37–64
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X24
7h 15m
£42–57

Cairnryan to Saint Andrews by bus, foot, and train

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.5 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Saint Andrews, Fife, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Crichton Street in around 5h 8m.

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