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

The cheapest way to get from Harrogate to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Harrogate to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 4h and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Harrogate and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Harrogate to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Library Gardens and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Leeds City Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Harrogate and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct train from Harrogate to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Harrogate and arriving at Stranraer via York, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

How far is it from Harrogate to Cairnryan?

The distance between Harrogate and Cairnryan is 352 miles. The road distance is 204.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harrogate to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus which takes 7h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Harrogate to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harrogate to Cairnryan bus from?

Harrogate to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Harrogate to Cairnryan train from?

Harrogate to Cairnryan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from York station.

Train or bus from Harrogate to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Harrogate to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 10h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £180 - £290 and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Harrogate to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Harrogate to Cairnryan train arrive?

Harrogate to Cairnryan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Harrogate to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Harrogate to Cairnryan is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Harrogate to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 216+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Harrogate to Cairnryan - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Train, Bus
best
1. Take the train from York to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
7h 38m
Drive 203.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harrogate to Cairnryancar 203.1 mi
4h
£50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
10h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from York to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
10h 4m
£180–288
Train, bus via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
10h 19m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlislebus
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
10h 42m

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Distance: 350.2 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Library Gardens to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Leeds City Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 10h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harrogate to Old Pier via York, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 10h 4m.

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