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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Shap is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Shap is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Shap. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Market Square via Glasgow, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Shap?

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

How far is it from Cairnryan to Shap?

The distance between Cairnryan and Shap is 236 miles. The road distance is 134.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Shap without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £130 - £230.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Shap bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Shap train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Shap?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Shap is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £130 - £230. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Shap bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Shap train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Shap is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Cairnryan to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2664+ hotels available in Shap.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan to Shap by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
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 Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 6m
£134–224
Drive 133.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Shapcar 133.6 mi
2h 29m
£33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
7h 21m
Bus, train via Glasgow
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 Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 3m
£77–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus Ukn31
8h 32m
Bus, train via Market Square
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
8h 34m

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Distance: 235 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Shap via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Penrith North Lakes in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Market Square via Glasgow Buchanan, Glasgow, Carlisle, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 8h 32m.

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