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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Knutsford is to Bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Knutsford is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Knutsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Knutsford. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Glasgow and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct ferry between Cairnryan and Knutsford?

No, there is no direct ferry from Cairnryan to Knutsford. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan and arriving at Liverpool via Belfast. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Knutsford?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Knutsford. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Knutsford via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Knutsford?

The distance between Cairnryan and Knutsford is 334 miles. The road distance is 232.9 miles.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Cairnryan to Knutsford?

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Knutsford without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 8h 54m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 54m to get from Cairnryan to Knutsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Knutsford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Knutsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Knutsford?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Knutsford is to Bus which takes 9h 20m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £200 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Knutsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Knutsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Knutsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Knutsford is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Cairnryan to Knutsford.

Where can I stay near Knutsford?

There are 3396+ hotels available in Knutsford.

Cairnryan to Knutsford - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Cairnryan to Knutsford by bus, train, car ferry, car, or plane

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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 Lancastertrain
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain
8h 54m
£104–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
9h 20m
£32–49
Car ferry
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Take the carferry from Belfast to Liverpoolcarferry
13h 54m
£71–167
Drive 231.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Knutsfordcar 231.5 mi
4h 1m
£57–83
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 Manchester Piccadillytrain
9h 15m
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 Manchester Piccadillytrain
9h 34m
£112–193
Car ferry, train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Lanyon Placetrain
3. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BHD - MAN
7h 49m
£74–362
Car ferry to Belfast International Airport, fly
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BFS - MAN
8h 6m
£63–156

Cairnryan to Knutsford by bus and train

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Distance: 331.8 mi
Duration: 8h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Knutsford via Glasgow Buchanan, Glasgow, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham Interchange, and Altrincham in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Cairnryan to Knutsford via Belfast, Liverpool, Birkenhead Hamilton Square, and Chester in around 13h 54m.

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