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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Heysham is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Heysham is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Heysham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Heysham. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Dalesview Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Heysham?

The distance between Cairnryan and Heysham is 283 miles. The road distance is 176.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Heysham without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Cairnryan to Heysham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Heysham bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Heysham?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Heysham is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Heysham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Heysham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Heysham is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cairnryan to Heysham.

Where can I stay near Heysham?

There are 1375+ hotels available in Heysham.

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

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

Train
best
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
7h 6m
£45–106
Drive 175.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Heyshamcar 175.9 mi
3h 9m
£43–62
Bus, train via Carlisle
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
7h 16m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
7h 20m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Lancastertrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
7h 28m

Cairnryan to Heysham by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Heysham.

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Distance: 281.8 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to School Road via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Lancaster, and Bus Station in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Dalesview Crescent via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Underpass in around 7h 20m.

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