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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Blackburn is to bus which costs £35 - £130 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Blackburn is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Strawberry Bank via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Blackburn via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Blackburn?

The distance between Cairnryan and Blackburn is 219 miles. The road distance is 199.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Blackburn without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Cairnryan to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Blackburn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Blackburn is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £130 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Blackburn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Blackburn is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Cairnryan to Blackburn.

Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1056+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Cairnryan to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Blackburn by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
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 Prestontrain
7h 12m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
7h 41m
£38–121
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 Prestontrain
7h 22m
£91–197
Drive 198.6 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Blackburncar 198.6 mi
3h 33m
£50–72

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Distance: 217.4 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Blackburn via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Strawberry Bank via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 41m.

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