What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher is to car ferry and drive which costs €95 - €270 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher is to car ferry and drive which takes 6h 51m and costs €95 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Cliffs of Moher?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Cliffs of Moher via Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Zone 11 and ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher?

The distance between Cairnryan and Cliffs of Moher is 524 km.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher without a car is to bus and ferry and bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 11h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher?

It takes approximately 11h 17m to get from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher bus from?

Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Cliffs of Moher?

There are 302+ hotels available in Cliffs of Moher.

Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher by busferry, bus, car ferry, car, 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.

Bus and ferry, bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to ATU Galway761 / ...
4. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cliffs of Moher350
11h 17m
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Cliffs of Moher
6h 51m
€99–265
Bus and ferry, train, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to GalwayIc / ...
4. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Cliffs of Moher350
12h 56m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Station212
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Galway, Bus Station64
4. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Cliffs of Moher350
14h 43m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 524.3 km
Duration: 11h 17m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Cliffs of Moher, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher. However, you can take the vehicle to Belfast, Europa Buscentre, walk to Glengall Street, take the bus to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, walk to Dublin Airport Zone 11, take the bus to ATU Galway, take the bus to Cliffs of Moher, then walk to Cliffs of Moher. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Cairnryan to Cliffs of Moher via Belfast in around 6h 51m.

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