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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Formby is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Formby is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Formby. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Formby?

The distance between Cairnryan and Formby is 338 miles. The road distance is 217 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Formby without a car is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs £60 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Cairnryan to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Formby bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Formby?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Formby is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs £60 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Formby bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Formby is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Cairnryan to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2112+ hotels available in Formby.

Cairnryan to Formby - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, car

There are 8 ways to get from Cairnryan to Formby by train, bus, car ferry, car, or plane

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

Train
best
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 Wigan North Western
8h 27m
£61–162
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 29m
£29–66
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
12h 22m
£80–242
Drive 215.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Formby215.8 mi
4h 8m
£54–78
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Wigan North Western
9h 6m
£97–177
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 Liverpool, Liverpool One802
9h 15m
£57–92
Car ferry, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)BHD - LPL
6h 49m
£77–307
Car ferry, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BHD - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
8h 6m
£83–361

Cairnryan to Formby by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

8h 27mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335.6 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Formby via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 8h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Wellington Street in around 8h 29m.

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