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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Kendal is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Kendal via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Kendal?

The distance between Cairnryan and Kendal is 243 miles. The road distance is 151.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Kendal without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 6h 29m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Cairnryan to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Kendal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Kendal train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Kendal?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Kendal is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Kendal bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Kendal bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Kendal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Kendal is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cairnryan to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3378+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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

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Bus, train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Rail Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 29m
£89–162
Drive 150.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Kendalcar 150.8 mi
2h 47m
£37–53
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
6h 48m
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
6h 54m
£97–186
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
8h 55m

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Distance: 242.1 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Kendal via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to The Shakespeare Inn via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, and Bus Station in around 8h 55m.

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