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How to get fromPenrith to Cairnryanby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgowbus bus Ukn31
    2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus bus 923
    5h 55m

  2. Drive 122.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Penrith to Cairnryancar car 122.3 mi
    2h 18m
    £30–43

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain train
    2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain train
    3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain train
    6h 15m
    £89–163

  4. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
    2. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus bus 500
    6h 16m

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Map of how to get from Penrith to Cairnryan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 192.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Penrith to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Old Pier via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 15m.

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