What is the cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Larne?

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Larne is to bus and ferry which costs £15 - £18 and takes 9h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Larne?

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Larne is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Larne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrossan to Larne. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Circular Road via Ayr and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Larne?

The distance between Ardrossan and Larne is 104 miles.

How do I travel from Ardrossan to Larne without a car?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Larne without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 6h 25m and costs £80 - £320.

How long does it take to get from Ardrossan to Larne?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Ardrossan to Larne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Larne bus from?

Ardrossan to Larne bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ayr station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Larne bus arrive?

Ardrossan to Larne bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Larne?

There are 235+ hotels available in Larne.

Ardrossan to Larne - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and car ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Ardrossan to Larne by car, car ferry, train, or busferry

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Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Cairnryancar
2. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
3h 21m
£42–244
Bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Ayr to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
9h 21m
£15–17
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain Ayr - Stranraer / ...
2. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
6h 25m
£84–313

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Distance: 103.8 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Ardrossan, Scotland and Larne, Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a vehicle from Ayr to Belfast, Europa Buscentre 3 times a day. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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