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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Helensburgh to Cairnryan

Composite routes from Helensburgh to Cairnryan

Cheapest
2 h 3 min
Car
166 km.
from $9
Other
4 h
Train, Bus
114 km.
from $57.54
5 h 9 min
114 km.
from $37.91
5 h 43 min
114 km.
from $89.50
4 h 9 min
Train, Bus via Glasgow, Train, Bus via Glasgow
114 km.
from $41.17
5 h 8 min
114 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.76–$22.78
Train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$36.71
Train from Ayr to Stranraer
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$44.30

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stena
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
westscotland.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$11.39
Bus from Bus Station to Old
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46

First Greater Glasgow

Phone:
+44 141 420 7600
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/greater-glasgow
Bus from Comelybank Road to Hielenman's
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs $26.09 - $50 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Stena Terminal via Comelybank Road, Waterloo Lane and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Cairnryan?

The distance between Helensburgh and Cairnryan is 168 km. The road distance is 165.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h and costs $31.52 - $51.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Helensburgh to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Cairnryan bus from?

Helensburgh to Cairnryan bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Comelybank Road station.

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Cairnryan is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs $42.39 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Cairnryan bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Hielenman's Umbrella station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Cairnryan is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Helensburgh to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 167+ hotels available in Cairnryan. Prices start at $61.32 per night.
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