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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Bangor is to car ferry and train which costs £35 - £240 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Bangor is to car ferry and taxi which takes 2h 44m and costs £100 - £310.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Bangor?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Belfast, Europa Buscentre via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Bangor?

The distance between Cairnryan and Bangor is 73 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Bangor without a car is to car ferry and taxi which takes 2h 44m and costs £100 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Cairnryan to Bangor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Bangor bus from?

Cairnryan to Bangor bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Bangor bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Bangor bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Bangor?

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Cairnryan to Bangor - 3 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Cairnryan to Bangor by car ferry, taxi, busferry, or train

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Car ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the taxi from Larne to Bangortaxi
2h 44m
£100–309
Car ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Lanyon Placetrain Re / ...
4h 6m
£38–239
Bus and ferry
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
3h 54m

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Distance: 72.9 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Bangor, Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a vehicle from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre 3 times a day, and the journey takes 3h.

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