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

The cheapest way to get from Chorley to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chorley to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chorley and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Chorley station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Chorley and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Chorley and arriving at Stranraer via Preston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Chorley to Cairnryan?

The distance between Chorley and Cairnryan is 216 miles. The road distance is 202 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chorley to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus via Carlisle which takes 7h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Chorley to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Cairnryan bus from?

Chorley to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Cairnryan train from?

Chorley to Cairnryan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Chorley to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Chorley to Cairnryan is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Chorley to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Chorley to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Chorley to Cairnryan train arrive?

Chorley to Cairnryan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Chorley to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Chorley to Cairnryan is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Chorley to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Chorley to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 37m
Drive 200.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chorley to Cairnryancar 200.9 mi
3h 32m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 48m
£107–211
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 48m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
9h 12m

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Distance: 214.9 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

What companies run services between Chorley, Lancashire, England and Cairnryan, Scotland?

You can take a train from Chorley to Old Pier via Preston, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 9h 12m.

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