Ayr to Cairnryan bus with Stagecoach West Scotland

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Ayr to Cairnryan

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€12

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€12

Fastest journey on Sep 18

2 h 26 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

2 h 26 m

Buses on Sep 18

4

Distance

60 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ayr to Cairnryan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ayr to Cairnryan will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Ayr to Cairnryan without transferring at least once.

  • Stagecoach West Scotland
    8:50 AM2h26
    Ayr
    11:16 AMCairnryan
    €121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Stagecoach West Scotland
    10:50 AM2h26
    Ayr
    1:16 PMCairnryan
    €121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Stagecoach West Scotland
    12:50 PM2h26
    Ayr
    3:16 PMCairnryan
    €121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Stagecoach West Scotland
    2:50 PM2h26
    Ayr
    5:16 PMCairnryan
    €121One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Ayr to Cairnryan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Cairnryan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, while a bus costs an average of €19.

Distance: 60 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

€19

Average price

€19

Average price

Cheapest

€14

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 2m

Average total duration

1h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Ayr to Cairnryan is a train with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Ayr to Cairnryan:

A train is €0.17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ayr to Cairnryan costing on average €19.

The fastest way to travel from Ayr to Cairnryan is by train with an average journey time of 1h 22m.

Other travel options to Cairnryan take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ayr and Cairnryan including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Ayr to Cairnryan bus times

The table below shows live departures for Ayr to Cairnryan buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Stagecoach West Scotland8:50 AM Ayr
2h26
11:16 AM Cairnryan1 transfer
Stagecoach West Scotland10:50 AM Ayr
2h26
1:16 PM Cairnryan1 transfer
Stagecoach West Scotland12:50 PM Ayr
2h26
3:16 PM Cairnryan1 transfer
Stagecoach West Scotland2:50 PM Ayr
2h26
5:16 PM Cairnryan1 transfer
Stagecoach West Scotland4:50 PM Ayr
2h26
7:16 PM Cairnryan1 transfer

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Compare prices and tickets Ayr to Cairnryan by bus or train

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ayr to Cairnryan

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Buses from Ayr to Cairnryan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €18 by train.

There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 19:27. The fastest bus covers the 60 km distance in 1h 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €18
Distance
60 km
Average bus duration
1h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
1h 51m
First bus
9:00 AM
Last bus
7:27 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
3 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €18

Bus providers: Stagecoach West Scotland from Ayr to CairnryanYou can travel by bus between Ayr to Cairnryan with Stagecoach West Scotland for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Stagecoach West Scotland

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Stagecoach West Scotland Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Stagecoach West Scotland Price
€12
Stagecoach West Scotland frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Ayr to Cairnryan

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ayr to Cairnryan by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cairnryan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Ayr to Cairnryan can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ayr to Cairnryan is €19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Ayr to Cairnryan is 1h 51m to travel the 60 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Ayr to Cairnryan leaves at 9:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Ayr to Cairnryan leaves at 7:27 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Ayr to Cairnryan with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Ayr to Cairnryan, you can count on Stagecoach West Scotland for the best way to get you to Cairnryan. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Ayr and Cairnryan and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Cairnryan from Ayr is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Ayr to Cairnryan is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ayr and Cairnryan including taking a bus and train.
No, the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan.
No, luggage for the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Ayr to Cairnryan.

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