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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Halston Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Carlisle via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Carlisle?

The distance between Cairnryan and Carlisle is 117 miles. The road distance is 104.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Carlisle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Carlisle train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Carlisle is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Cairnryan to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 669+ hotels available in Carlisle.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle 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 Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
5h 3m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
5h 5m
£25–45
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 Carlisletrain
5h 26m
£71–159
Drive 104.2 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Carlislecar 104.2 mi
2h 1m
£26–37

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Carlisle via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Halston Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 5m.

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