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 27m.

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 27m 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 175.1 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 50m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m 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 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 202+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan by train, 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 50m
£46–145
Train, bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancaster
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Station181
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
10h 10m
£41–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
8h 44m
Drive 174 mi
1. Drive from Barrow in Furness to Cairnryan174 mi
3h 27m
£44–63
Train, bus via Ayr
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinleck
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
8h 59m
£46–86

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

35Weekly Services

7h 50mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 309.5 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

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 50m.

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