Cairnryan to Ayr bus with Stagecoach West Scotland

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cairnryan to Ayr

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€30

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€30

Fastest journey on Sep 18

1 h 15 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

1 h 15 m

Buses on Sep 18

1

Distance

60 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cairnryan to Ayr will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.

Fast buses

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 buses from Cairnryan to Ayr, including 1 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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    1:15 PM1h15
    Cairnryan
    2:30 PMAyr
    €301One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Cairnryan to Ayr

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cairnryan to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, 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 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 60 km

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Driving

€19

Average price

Cheapest

€19

Average price

€14

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 2m

Average total duration

1h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

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

A bus is €0.20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cairnryan to Ayr costing on average €19.

The fastest way to travel from Cairnryan to Ayr is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.

Other travel options to Ayr take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 32m.

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

Live departures

Cairnryan to Ayr bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cairnryan to Ayr 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 Scotland9:56 AM Cairnryan
2h52
12:48 PM Ayr1 transfer
Stagecoach West Scotland11:56 AM Cairnryan
2h52
2:48 PM Ayr1 transfer
Stagecoach West Scotland1:56 PM Cairnryan
2h52
4:48 PM Ayr1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cairnryan to Ayr

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Buses from Cairnryan to Ayr run on average 3 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 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 21:41. The fastest bus covers the 60 km distance in 1h 54m.

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
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
1h 54m
First bus
9:00 AM
Last bus
9:41 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
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 Cairnryan to AyrYou can travel by bus between Cairnryan to Ayr 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
1h 49m
Cheapest Stagecoach West Scotland Price
€9
Stagecoach West Scotland frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Cairnryan to Ayr

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cairnryan to Ayr 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 Ayr, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cairnryan to Ayr can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cairnryan to Ayr 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 Cairnryan to Ayr is 1h 54m 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 Cairnryan to Ayr leaves at 9:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cairnryan to Ayr leaves at 9:41 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Cairnryan to Ayr with Stagecoach West Scotland. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cairnryan to Ayr, you can count on Stagecoach West Scotland for the best way to get you to Ayr. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cairnryan and Ayr and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Ayr from Cairnryan is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 54m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cairnryan to Ayr is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cairnryan and Ayr including taking a bus and train.
No, the coach from Cairnryan to Ayr has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cairnryan to Ayr.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cairnryan to Ayr.
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 Cairnryan to Ayr.
No, luggage for the coach from Cairnryan to Ayr needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cairnryan to Ayr.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cairnryan to Ayr.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cairnryan to Ayr.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cairnryan to Ayr.

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