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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Silverdale is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Silverdale is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Silverdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Silverdale. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Common Garden Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Silverdale?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Silverdale. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Silverdale via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Silverdale?

The distance between Cairnryan and Silverdale is 269 miles. The road distance is 165.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Silverdale without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 6h 57m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Cairnryan to Silverdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Silverdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Silverdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Silverdale?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Silverdale is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Silverdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Silverdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Silverdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Silverdale is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Cairnryan to Silverdale.

Where can I stay near Silverdale?

There are 2605+ hotels available in Silverdale.

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Bus, train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
6h 57m
£100–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
7h 32m
£39–73
Bus, train
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 Lancastertrain
7h 1m
Drive 164.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Silverdalecar 164.8 mi
3h
£40–58
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 Lancastertrain
7h 11m
£109–206

Cairnryan to Silverdale by bus and train

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Distance: 267.8 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Silverdale, Lancashire, England?

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Silverdale via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Silverdale via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, Common Garden Street, and Lancaster in around 7h 32m.

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