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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station Night Std and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

How far is it from Kendal to Cairnryan?

The distance between Kendal and Cairnryan is 243 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus via Glasgow which takes 6h 56m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Kendal to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Cairnryan bus from?

Kendal to Cairnryan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Kendal to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Kendal to Cairnryan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Cairnryan is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Kendal to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

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

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Train, bus via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
6h 56m
£84–154
Drive 150 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Cairnryancar 150 mi
2h 46m
£37–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
9h 27m

Kendal to Cairnryan by train and bus

4Weekly Services

6h 56mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.1 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Weavers Court to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station Night Std, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 9h 27m.

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