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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Keswick is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Keswick is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Keswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Keswick. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Keswick Park Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Keswick?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Keswick. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Keswick?

The distance between Cairnryan and Keswick is 227 miles. The road distance is 131.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Keswick without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 6h 29m and costs £75 - £150.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Keswick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Keswick train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Keswick?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Keswick is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Keswick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Keswick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Keswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Keswick is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Cairnryan to Keswick.

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2573+ hotels available in Keswick.

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

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

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Bus, train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 29m
£80–144
Drive 130.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Keswickcar 130.8 mi
2h 40m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
6h 31m
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 Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 44m
£89–167
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
7h 22m
£32–52

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Distance: 225.2 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Keswick, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Keswick Park Hotel via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Keswick Park Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 7h 22m.

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