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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £55 - £95 and takes 14h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Stranraer via Doncaster, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.

How far is it from Retford to Cairnryan?

The distance between Retford and Cairnryan is 382 miles. The road distance is 263.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus which takes 8h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Retford to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Cairnryan bus from?

Retford to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Cairnryan train from?

Retford to Cairnryan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Retford to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Retford to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 11h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £130 - £310 and takes 10h 21m.

Where does the Retford to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Retford to Cairnryan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Cairnryan is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Retford to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Retford and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

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

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Train, Bus
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster 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
8h
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Glasgowbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
14h 58m
£57–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
11h 54m
Drive 262.2 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Cairnryancar 262.2 mi
4h 38m
£65–94
Train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
10h 21m
£139–303
Train, bus via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Retford to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
4. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
11h 35m

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Distance: 379.7 mi
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a bus from The Square to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 11h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Retford to Old Pier via Doncaster, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 10h 21m.

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