What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to The Kelpies?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to The Kelpies is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to The Kelpies?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to The Kelpies is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and The Kelpies?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to The Kelpies. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Dalgrain Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Melville Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to The Kelpies?

The distance between Cairnryan and The Kelpies is 108 miles. The road distance is 105.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to The Kelpies without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to The Kelpies without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 17m and costs £27 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to The Kelpies?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Cairnryan to The Kelpies, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to The Kelpies bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to The Kelpies bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to The Kelpies?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to The Kelpies is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Cairnryan to The Kelpies.

Where can I stay near The Kelpies?

There are 905+ hotels available in The Kelpies.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to The Kelpies 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 Falkirk Grahamstontrain Glasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
4h 17m
£27–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
4h 21m
£21–38
Drive 105.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to The Kelpiescar 105.1 mi
2h 5m
£26–37
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
4h 21m
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
5h 30m
£34–57

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Distance: 107.3 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and The Kelpies, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to The Kelpies via Buchanan Bus Station, Asda, Melville Street, and Dalgrain Road in around 4h 21m.

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