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

The cheapest way to get from Tebay to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tebay to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Tebay and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Tebay to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Cross Keys and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station, Carlisle and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Tebay and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct train from Tebay to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Oxenholme Lake District and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Tebay to Cairnryan?

The distance between Tebay and Cairnryan is 270 miles. The road distance is 141.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tebay to Cairnryan without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Tebay to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tebay to Cairnryan bus from?

Tebay to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Tebay to Cairnryan train from?

Tebay to Cairnryan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Tebay to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Tebay to Cairnryan is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £150 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Tebay to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Tebay to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Tebay to Cairnryan train arrive?

Tebay to Cairnryan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Tebay to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Tebay to Cairnryan is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Tebay to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 216+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Tebay to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tebay to Cairnryan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 2m
£155–248
Drive 140.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tebay to Cairnryancar 140.9 mi
2h 33m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
2. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
8h 23m
Train, bus via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
7h 53m
£76–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
8h 28m

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Map of how to get from Tebay to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 268.7 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a vehicle from Tebay to Old Pier via Oxenholme Lake District, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cross Keys to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station, Stand A - English Street, Carlisle, Glasgow, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 8h 28m.

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