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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Windermere is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Windermere?

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

How far is it from Cairnryan to Windermere?

The distance between Cairnryan and Windermere is 251 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Windermere without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 6h 45m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Cairnryan to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Windermere?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Windermere is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Windermere is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cairnryan to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3317+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

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

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Bus, train via Glasgow
best
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
6h 45m
£88–160
Drive 148.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Windermerecar 148.7 mi
2h 50m
£37–53
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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 4m
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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 11m
£98–181
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
8h 44m
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Streetbus 508
9h 30m

Cairnryan to Windermere by bus and train

4Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.9 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Windermere via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Bus Rail Interchange via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 44m.

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