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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Preston is to bus which costs £35 - £120 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Preston. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Preston via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Preston?

The distance between Cairnryan and Preston is 207 miles. The road distance is 192.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Preston without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Cairnryan to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Preston?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Preston is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 7h.

Where does the Cairnryan to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Preston is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Cairnryan to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2319+ hotels available in Preston.

Cairnryan to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and car ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Preston by bus, train, car, car ferry, or plane

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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
6h 26m
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
7h
£35–113
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
6h 37m
£92–194
Drive 191.2 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Prestoncar 191.2 mi
3h 24m
£47–68
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
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
7h 24m
£79–381

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

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1h 3mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.6 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Preston via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h.

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