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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Lockerbie is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Lockerbie is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Lockerbie?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Lockerbie. However, there are services departing from Old Pier and arriving at Club via Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and Dumfries station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Lockerbie?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Lockerbie. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Lockerbie via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Lockerbie?

The distance between Cairnryan and Lockerbie is 96 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Lockerbie without a car is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Cairnryan to Lockerbie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Lockerbie bus from?

Cairnryan to Lockerbie bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Lockerbie train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Lockerbie?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Lockerbie is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £130 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Lockerbie bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Lockerbie bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Dumfries station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Lockerbie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Lockerbie?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Lockerbie is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Cairnryan to Lockerbie.

Where can I stay near Lockerbie?

There are 359+ hotels available in Lockerbie.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
4h 58m
Drive 83.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Lockerbiecar 83.6 mi
1h 40m
£21–30
Bus, train
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 Lockerbietrain
5h 24m
£60–108
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 Lockerbietrain
5h 49m
£70–129

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Distance: 95.9 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Lockerbie, Scotland?

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to Lockerbie via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 49m.

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