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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Carnforth is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Police Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Carnforth?

The distance between Cairnryan and Carnforth is 267 miles. The road distance is 166 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Carnforth without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 6h 28m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Cairnryan to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Carnforth bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Carnforth is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Carnforth bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Carnforth bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Carnforth is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Cairnryan to Carnforth.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1157+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Carnforth by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Rail Stationbus 358 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
6h 28m
£94–173
Drive 165 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Carnforthcar 165 mi
2h 57m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
6h 47m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
6h 54m
£107–198
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
7h 41m

Cairnryan to Carnforth by bus and train

4Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Carnforth.

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Distance: 265 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Carnforth via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Police Station via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 41m.

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