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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Altnagelvin is to car ferry and drive which costs £50 - £180 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Altnagelvin is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Altnagelvin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Altnagelvin. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Harberton Park via Grand Central Bus Stand 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Altnagelvin?

The distance between Cairnryan and Altnagelvin is 117 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Altnagelvin without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 5h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cairnryan to Altnagelvin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Altnagelvin bus from?

Cairnryan to Altnagelvin bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Altnagelvin bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Altnagelvin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Altnagelvin?

There are 350+ hotels available in Altnagelvin.

Cairnryan to Altnagelvin - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Altnagelvin by car ferry, car, busferry, bus, ferry, or train

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Altnagelvin
3h 27m
£50–179
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Derry-Londonderry1 Gc->Ly / ...
5h 50m
£47–252
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 12 to Harberton Park212 / ...
5h 11m
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Derry-Londonderry1 Gc->Ly
6h 1m
Bus and ferry, train via Belfast
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderry0
6h 2m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 115.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Altnagelvin, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Cairnryan to Altnagelvin. However, you can take the car ferry to Belfast then drive to Altnagelvin. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Harberton Park via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Grand Central Bus Stand 12 in around 5h 11m.

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