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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station, Carlisle and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Cairnryan?

The distance between Cumbria and Cairnryan is 217 miles. The road distance is 131.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus via Glasgow which takes 6h 52m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Cumbria to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Cairnryan bus from?

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

Where does the Cumbria to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cumbria to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Cairnryan is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Cumbria to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

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

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Train, bus via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
6h 52m
£76–141
Drive 130.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumbria to Cairnryancar 130.6 mi
2h 26m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
2. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 13m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
7h 56m

Cumbria to Cairnryan by bus and train

4Weekly Services

6h 52mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.3 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Longthwaite road end to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station, Stand A - English Street, Carlisle, Glasgow, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 7h 56m.

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