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

The cheapest way to get from England to Cairnryan is to fly and train and bus which costs £65 - £160 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from England to Cairnryan is to fly and train and bus which takes 7h 11m and costs £65 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between England and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from England to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via London Victoria and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 58m.

How far is it from England to Cairnryan?

The distance between England and Cairnryan is 418 miles. The road distance is 408.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from England to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus via Carlisle which takes 9h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 52m to get from England to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the England to Cairnryan bus from?

England to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where does the England to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from England to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between England to Cairnryan is 408 miles. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from England to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 220+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

England to Cairnryan - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from England to Cairnryan by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
9h 52m
Fly from Birmingham Airport, train, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus
7h 11m
£67–152
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
12h 58m
Drive 406.1 mi
1. Drive from London to Cairnryancar 406.1 mi
7h 12m
£99–142
Fly from Bristol Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus
7h 28m
£68–163
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Euston to Lockerbietrain
2. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Port Rodiebus 500
11h 5m
Fly from London City Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus
7h 46m
£116–393

Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

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Distance: 415.7 mi
Duration: 9h 52m

What companies run services between England and Cairnryan, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 12h 58m.

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