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How to get fromNewry to Cairnryanby car, car ferry, bus, or train

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There are 2 ways to get from Newry to Cairnryan by car, car ferry, bus, or train

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  1. Drive, car ferry

    best
    1. Drive from Newry to Larnecar car
    2. Take the carferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry car ferry
    3h 4m
    £40–242

  2. Bus, train, car ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus bus 238 / ...
    2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Harbourtrain train Re
    3. Take the carferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry car ferry
    5h 57m
    £35–234

Newry to Cairnryan by bus, train, and car ferry

Calendar39Weekly Services
Duration5h 57mAverage Duration
Ticket£35Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 97.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Newry, Northern Ireland and Cairnryan, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Newry to Cairnryan. However, you can drive to Larne then take the car ferry to Cairnryan. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Cairnryan via Grand Central Station Stand 11, Belfast Grand Central, Larne Harbour, and Larne in around 5h 57m.

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