What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Lytham St Annes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Fylde Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Lytham St Annes?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Ansdell & Fairhaven via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes?

The distance between Cairnryan and Lytham St Annes is 222 miles. The road distance is 201.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes?

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes train from?

Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes train arrive?

Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes.

Where can I stay near Lytham St Annes?

There are 1984+ hotels available in Lytham St Annes.

Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annes by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
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 Prestontrain
7h 34m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 4m
£38–81
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 Prestontrain
7h 45m
£86–190
Drive 200.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Lytham St Annescar 200.1 mi
3h 42m
£50–72

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Distance: 220.2 mi
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Lytham St Annes, England?

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Ansdell & Fairhaven via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Fylde Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 8h 4m.

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