What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle is to Bus via Park and Ride which costs £6 - £13 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Park and Ride via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Cairnryan and Stirling Castle is 111 miles. The road distance is 106.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 16m and costs £14 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Stirling Castle bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Stirling Castle is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle.

Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

There are 619+ hotels available in Stirling Castle.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Stirling Castle 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 Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
3h 16m
£14–22
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
3h 22m
£6–12
Drive 106.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Stirling Castlecar 106.1 mi
2h 5m
£27–38
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 Stirlingtrain
4h 7m
£42–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
4h 19m
£20–36

Cairnryan to Stirling Castle by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 110.8 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Stirling Castle, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Stirling Castle via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Park and Ride in around 3h 22m.

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