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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Thirsk is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Thirsk is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Thirsk via Ayr, Glasgow Central and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Thirsk?

The distance between Cairnryan and Thirsk is 354 miles. The road distance is 198.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Thirsk without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 32m and costs £95 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Cairnryan to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Thirsk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Thirsk train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Thirsk is to bus which takes 11h 2m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £180 - £310 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Thirsk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Thirsk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Thirsk is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Cairnryan to Thirsk.

Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 1031+ hotels available in Thirsk.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Thirsk by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain
6h 32m
£99–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
4. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
11h 2m
£45–79
Drive 197.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Thirskcar 197.5 mi
3h 36m
£49–70
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 Yorktrain
9h 25m
£182–303
Bus, train via Carlisle
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 Middlesbroughtrain
4. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Thirsktrain
10h 2m

Cairnryan to Thirsk by bus, foot, and train

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6h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 352.2 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Rougier Street, and Station Avenue in around 11h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to Thirsk via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and York in around 9h 25m.

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