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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via North Approach Road and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Cairnryan?

The distance between Dunfermline and Cairnryan is 120 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Dunfermline to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Cairnryan bus from?

Dunfermline to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Cairnryan is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Dunfermline to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Dunfermline to Cairnryan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dunfermline to Cairnryan by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 45m
Drive 116.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Cairnryancar 116.9 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 54m
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
5h 43m
£32–51

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Distance: 119.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 45m.

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