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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Tebay is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Tebay is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Tebay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Tebay. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Cross Keys via Glasgow, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Tebay?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Tebay. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Tebay?

The distance between Cairnryan and Tebay is 270 miles. The road distance is 141.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Tebay without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Cairnryan to Tebay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Tebay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Tebay train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Tebay?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Tebay is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £150 - £250. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Tebay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Tebay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Tebay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Tebay is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cairnryan to Tebay.

Where can I stay near Tebay?

There are 3331+ hotels available in Tebay.

Cairnryan to Tebay - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Tebay 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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 23m
£154–249
Drive 140.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Tebaycar 140.7 mi
2h 32m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus Ukn31
8h 53m
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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 2m
£87–156
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 / ...
8h 55m

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Distance: 268.9 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Tebay via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Cross Keys via Glasgow Buchanan, Glasgow, Carlisle, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 8h 53m.

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