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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Ormskirk is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Ormskirk is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Ormskirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Ormskirk station. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct ferry between Cairnryan and Ormskirk?

No, there is no direct ferry from Cairnryan to Ormskirk. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan and arriving at Liverpool via Belfast. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Ormskirk?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Ormskirk. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Ormskirk via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Ormskirk?

The distance between Cairnryan and Ormskirk is 297 miles. The road distance is 210 miles.

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

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Ormskirk without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 32m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Cairnryan to Ormskirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Ormskirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Ormskirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Ormskirk?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Ormskirk is to train which takes 7h 57m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Ormskirk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Ormskirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Ormskirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Ormskirk is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Cairnryan to Ormskirk.

Where can I stay near Ormskirk?

There are 2631+ hotels available in Ormskirk.

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

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

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Bus, train
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 Prestontrain
7h 32m
£100–194
Drive 208.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Ormskirkcar 208.8 mi
3h 54m
£52–75
Bus, train via Carlisle
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 51m
Car ferry
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Take the carferry from Belfast to Liverpoolcarferry
12h 45m
£56–144
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 57m
£110–215
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 58m
Car ferry, train to Belfast International Airport, fly
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Grand Centraltrain
3. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BFS - LPL
7h 50m
£75–379
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 Liverpool (LPL)plane BHD - LPL
7h 10m
£81–380

Cairnryan to Ormskirk by bus and train

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7h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 294.9 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

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

You can take a car ferry from Cairnryan to Ormskirk via Belfast, Liverpool, Birkenhead Hamilton Square, and Moorfields in around 12h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to Ormskirk via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h 57m.

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