Bus Cairnryan to Edinburgh - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cairnryan to Edinburgh from various bus operators like Scottish Citylink for the next days.

today

$40

tomorrow

$40

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

$39

Tuesday

$39

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Scottish Citylink	4h 18m	10:15 AM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	2:33 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2026 2:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 18m
Scottish Citylink	4h 23m	2:15 PM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	6:38 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2026 2:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2026 6:38:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 23m
Scottish Citylink	4h 9m	6:15 PM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	10:24 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2026 6:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2026 10:24:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Scottish Citylink	4h 18m	10:15 AM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	2:33 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station		Economy	$40	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 2:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 18m
	Scottish Citylink	4h 9m	6:15 PM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	10:24 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station		Economy	$40	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 6:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 10:24:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Scottish Citylink	4h 18m	10:15 AM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	2:33 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 2:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 18m
Scottish Citylink	4h 35m	2:15 PM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	6:50 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 2:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Scottish Citylink	4h 9m	6:15 PM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	10:24 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 6:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:24:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Scottish Citylink	4h 18m	10:15 AM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	2:33 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 10:15:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 18m
Scottish Citylink	4h 23m	2:15 PM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	6:38 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 2:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:38:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 23m
Scottish Citylink	4h 9m	6:15 PM	Cairnryan	Stena Terminal	10:24 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Stena Terminal, Cairnryan (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 6:15:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 10:24:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh is $39 on 7/20/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Cairnryan and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Cairnryan and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Cairnryan to Edinburgh. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Cairnryan and Edinburgh.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 buses from Cairnryan to Edinburgh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cairnryan and Edinburgh, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like Scottish Citylink that travel 2 times every day by bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cairnryan to Edinburgh starting from $39!

Cheapest Bus	$39
Fastest Bus	4h 9m
Earliest Bus	10:15 AM
Latest Bus	6:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	98.8 miles
Bus Companies	Scottish Citylink

Cheapest bus connections from Cairnryan to Edinburgh

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cairnryan for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

$40

Friday 07/24

$40

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$39

Tuesday 07/28

$39

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$40

Saturday 08/01

$40

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

$40

Tuesday 08/04

$40

Wednesday 08/05

$40

Thursday 08/06

$40

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

$40

Sunday 08/09

$40

Monday 08/10

$40

Tuesday 08/11

$40

Wednesday 08/12

$40

Thursday 08/13

$40

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Cairnryan to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cairnryan to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $38, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $40.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cairnryan to Edinburgh, with $39. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $39.

How to save money travelling from Cairnryan to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cairnryan to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cairnryan to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cairnryan to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between Cairnryan to Edinburgh from our users.

Scottish Citylink from Cairnryan to Edinburgh

Here you will find the key facts about the Scottish Citylink bus route Cairnryan to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price	$39
Fastest Bus	4h 9m
Earliest Bus	10:15 AM
Last Bus	6:15 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	7/22/2026

All bus stations and stops in Cairnryan and Edinburgh

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cairnryan and Edinburgh.

P&O Ferry Terminal

A77 - P & O Ferry Terminal

Stena Terminal

A77 - Loch Ryan Port

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cairnryan to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Cairnryan to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cairnryan to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Cairnryan Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $39 and takes 4h 18m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cairnryan to Edinburgh?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $39 and $40. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.

On average, how many connections are available from Cairnryan to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Cairnryan to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cairnryan to Edinburgh take?

The fastest bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh is offered by Scottish Citylink and takes 4h 9m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Cairnryan starts at 10:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Cairnryan for Edinburgh starts at 6:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cairnryan Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with Scottish Citylink. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Cairnryan and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Scottish Citylink.

What can I take with me on the Cairnryan to Edinburgh bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cairnryan Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cairnryan Edinburgh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cairnryan to Edinburgh?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cairnryan to Edinburgh

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cairnryan and to Edinburgh

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cairnryan and to Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!