🚌 Bus from Cairnryan to Stranraer
2 direct routes · about 16 min · first bus 08:26, last bus 19:16 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 358 | Stagecoach West Scotland | ~16 min | 6 | 08:26 | 19:16 | Ferry Terminal (at) |
| 923 | Scottish Citylink | ~15 min | 4 | 10:40 | 18:40 | Ferry Terminal (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Cairnryan on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Cairnryan to Stranraer?
2 routes run directly from Cairnryan to Stranraer: the 358 (Stagecoach West Scotland), the 923 (Scottish Citylink).
How long does the bus take from Cairnryan to Stranraer?
Around 16 minutes on the 358, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Cairnryan to Stranraer?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 358) leaves around 08:26 and the last around 19:16. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cairnryan to Stranraer?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.