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 £40 - £80 and takes 8h 56m.

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 Ferry Terminal and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

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 33m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Knutsford?

The distance between Cairnryan and Knutsford is 311 miles. The road distance is 232.8 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 which takes 8h 56m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry 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 8h 56m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £120 - £230 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Knutsford bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Knutsford bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 3402+ hotels available in Knutsford.

Cairnryan to Knutsford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan to Knutsford by bus, train, car ferry, car, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
8h 56m
£44–77
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 10m
Car ferry
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Take the carferry from Belfast to Liverpoolcarferry
13h 54m
£63–162
Drive 231.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Knutsfordcar 231.5 mi
4h 1m
£57–83
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 33m
£125–228
Car ferry, train, 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 51m
£69–360

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 309.3 mi
Duration: 8h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Knutsford via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham Interchange, and Altrincham in around 8h 56m. 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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