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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Skipton is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Skipton is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Skipton station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Bus Station Stand 4 via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Skipton via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Skipton?

The distance between Cairnryan and Skipton is 203 miles. The road distance is 190.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Skipton without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Cairnryan to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Skipton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Skipton train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Skipton?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Skipton is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 56m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Skipton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Skipton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Skipton is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Cairnryan to Skipton.

Where can I stay near Skipton?

There are 1402+ hotels available in Skipton.

Cairnryan to Skipton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Skipton 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 Skiptontrain
8h 6m
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
9h 56m
£41–79
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 Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain
8h 28m
£92–190
Drive 189.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Skiptoncar 189.4 mi
3h 33m
£48–68

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Distance: 202.2 mi
Duration: 8h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Skipton via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Carlisle in around 8h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stand 4 via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Interchange in around 9h 56m.

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