What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester?

The distance between Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Manchester is 305 miles. The road distance is 224.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 15m and costs £35 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester bus from?

Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Stena Terminal station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs £28 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester bus arrive?

Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3399+ hotels available in Manchester.

Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester by bus, train, car, car ferry, or plane

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
6h 15m
£39–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030 / ...
7h 40m
£29–54
Drive 223.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester223.1 mi
3h 59m
£56–81
Car ferry to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BHD - MAN
6h 14m
£73–333
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Road
8h 6m
£54–147
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
8h 10m
Car ferry to Belfast International Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BFS - MAN
6h 35m
£66–272
Car ferry to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)BHD - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
7h 5m
£82–362

Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Manchester by bus, foot, and train

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 302.7 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Scotland and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Manchester Oxford Road via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 6m.

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