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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Cairnryan?

The distance between Hamilton and Cairnryan is 95 miles. The road distance is 80.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Cairnryan without a car is to Bus which takes 3h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Hamilton to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Cairnryan bus from?

Hamilton to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Hamilton to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Hamilton to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Cairnryan is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Hamilton to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Hamilton to Cairnryan - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
3h 48m
Drive 80.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Cairnryancar 80.2 mi
1h 45m
£20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
4h 53m
£38–71
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
4h 43m
£24–43

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Distance: 94.2 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

Translink operates a bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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