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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £23 - £70 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from St James Street and arriving at Old Pier via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station and Henrietta Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

How far is it from Burnley to Cairnryan?

The distance between Burnley and Cairnryan is 321 miles. The road distance is 198.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan without a car is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Burnley to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Cairnryan bus from?

Burnley to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Burnley to Cairnryan is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Ayr, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Burnley to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Cairnryan is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Burnley to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 202+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Burnley 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 Preston to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 41m
£48–156
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
10h 4m
£23–68
Drive 197.8 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Cairnryan197.8 mi
3h 43m
£50–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Girvan
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
8h 21m
£43–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
10h 18m
£26–70

Burnley to Cairnryan by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

7h 41mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318.9 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Old Pier via Preston, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St James Street to Old Pier via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station, and Henrietta Street in around 10h 4m.

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