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How to get fromScotland to Glenariffby train, car ferry, busferry, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Scotland to Glenariff by train, car ferry, busferry, or car

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  1. Train, car ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain train
    2. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain train
    3. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry car ferry
    6h 58m
    £70–307

  2. Drive, car ferry

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Glasgow to Cairnryancar car
    2. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry car ferry
    4h 13m
    £50–258

  3. Bus and ferry, train

    1. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry bus ferry 923
    2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain train Re / ...
    9h 13m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Glenariff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 165.3 mi
  • Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Scotland and Glenariff, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Scotland to Glenariff. However, you can take the train to Ayr, take the train to Stranraer, drive to Cairnryan, take the car ferry to Larne, then drive to Glenariff. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Glasgow Buchanan to Waterfoot Bridge via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast Grand Central, Ballymena, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 9h 13m.

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