What is the cheapest way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan?

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan?

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Shudehill Interchange and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Stranraer via Preston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Burnley to Cairnryan?

The distance between Burnley and Cairnryan is 231 miles. The road distance is 199.1 miles.

How do I travel from Burnley to Cairnryan without a car?

The best way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus via Carlisle which takes 7h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Burnley to Cairnryan?

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Burnley to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Cairnryan bus from?

Burnley to Cairnryan bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Cairnryan train from?

Burnley to Cairnryan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Burnley to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Burnley to Cairnryan bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Cairnryan train arrive?

Burnley to Cairnryan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Cairnryan is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Burnley to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 214+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Burnley to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Burnley to Cairnryan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 56m
Drive 198 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Cairnryancar 198 mi
3h 44m
£50–71
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
8h 3m
£90–196
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Port Rodiebus 500
8h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
9h 29m

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Distance: 229.4 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Cairnryan, Scotland?

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Old Pier via Preston, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 9h 29m.

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