What is the cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan?

The cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan?

The fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

How far is it from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan?

The distance between Barrow in Furness and Cairnryan is 311 miles. The road distance is 176.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan without a car?

The best way to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs £50 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan?

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Can I drive from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 197+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancaster
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 53m
£51–153
Drive 175.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan175.3 mi
3h 29m
£43–62
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Barrow in Furness to Underpass
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
8h 30m
£127–161
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodie500
8h 12m

Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan by train, foot, and bus

30Weekly Services

7h 53mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 309.5 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Barrow in Furness, England and Cairnryan, Scotland?

You can take a train from Barrow-in-Furness to Old Pier via Lancaster, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 7h 53m.

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