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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Donaghadee is to car ferry and taxi which costs £75 - £210 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Donaghadee is to car ferry and taxi which takes 2h 49m and costs £75 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Donaghadee?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Donaghadee. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at The Parade via Donegall Square West and Laganside Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Donaghadee?

The distance between Cairnryan and Donaghadee is 69 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Donaghadee without a car is to car ferry and taxi which takes 2h 49m and costs £75 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Cairnryan to Donaghadee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Donaghadee bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Donaghadee bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Donaghadee?

There are 213+ hotels available in Donaghadee.

Cairnryan to Donaghadee - 2 ways to travel via car ferry, and taxi

There are 2 ways to get from Cairnryan to Donaghadee by car ferry, taxi, busferry, or bus

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, taxi
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the taxi from Belfast to Donaghadee
2h 49m
£78–209
Bus and ferry, line 7 bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Laganside Buscentre to The Parade507 / ...
5h 12m

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Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Donaghadee.

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Distance: 68.4 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

There is no direct connection from Cairnryan to Donaghadee. However, you can take the car ferry to Belfast then take the taxi to Donaghadee. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to The Parade via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Donegall Square West, Queens Square, and Laganside Buscentre in around 5h 12m.

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