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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Clitheroe is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Clitheroe is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Clitheroe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Park Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Clitheroe?

The distance between Cairnryan and Clitheroe is 296 miles. The road distance is 187.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Clitheroe without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 2m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Cairnryan to Clitheroe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Clitheroe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Clitheroe?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Clitheroe is to bus which takes 8h and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £170 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Clitheroe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Clitheroe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Clitheroe is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Cairnryan to Clitheroe.

Where can I stay near Clitheroe?

There are 974+ hotels available in Clitheroe.

Cairnryan to Clitheroe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan to Clitheroe 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
best
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
7h 2m
£40–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
8h
£27–63
Drive 186.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Clitheroe186.8 mi
3h 31m
£47–67
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
7h 47m
£36–144
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 Preston
8h 34m
£50–166
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
9h 8m
£27–65

Cairnryan to Clitheroe by bus, foot, and train

54Weekly Services

7h 2mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.1 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Park Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 8h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to Clitheroe via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Preston, and Blackburn in around 8h 34m.

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