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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Ambleside is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Ambleside is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Salutation Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Windermere via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Ambleside?

The distance between Cairnryan and Ambleside is 229 miles. The road distance is 145.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Ambleside without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Cairnryan to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Ambleside bus from?

Cairnryan to Ambleside bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Ambleside train from?

Cairnryan to Ambleside train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Ambleside is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £200 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Ambleside bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Ambleside bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Ambleside train arrive?

Cairnryan to Ambleside train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Ambleside is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cairnryan to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3886+ hotels available in Ambleside.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
7h 25m
£37–65
Drive 144.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Amblesidecar 144.9 mi
2h 43m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 39m
£103–195
Bus, train via Penrith North Lakes
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
7h 27m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 29m

Cairnryan to Ambleside by bus and train

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7h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227.6 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Salutation Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to Loughrigg Avenue via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 7h 39m.

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