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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Cairnryan?

The distance between Carlisle and Cairnryan is 176 miles. The road distance is 104.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cairnryan bus from?

Carlisle to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Carlisle to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Cairnryan is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Carlisle to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 216+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
5h 15m
Drive 103.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Cairnryancar 103.9 mi
2h
£26–37
Train, bus via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
5h 38m
£65–139
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
2. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
5h 20m

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 15m.

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