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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Elterwater is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Elterwater is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Elterwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Elterwater. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at The Britannia Inn via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Waterhead Inn for Pier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Elterwater?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Elterwater. 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 25m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Elterwater?

The distance between Cairnryan and Elterwater is 276 miles. The road distance is 144.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Elterwater without a car is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs £100 - £190.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Elterwater bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Elterwater train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Elterwater?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Elterwater is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Elterwater bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Elterwater train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Elterwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Elterwater is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Cairnryan to Elterwater.

Where can I stay near Elterwater?

There are 3852+ hotels available in Elterwater.

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

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

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Train
best
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 25m
£103–181
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
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 553
10h 10m
£34–53
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
8h 50m
Drive 143.9 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Elterwatercar 143.9 mi
2h 59m
£36–52

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Distance: 274.3 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Elterwater via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Oxenholme Lake District, and Windermere in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to The Britannia Inn via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Waterhead Inn for Pier in around 10h 10m.

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