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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Ireland is to car ferry and train which costs €50 - €75 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Ireland is to car ferry and drive which takes 4h 6m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Ireland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Ireland. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Westland Row via Glengall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Ireland?

The distance between Cairnryan and Ireland is 251 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Ireland without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 6h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Cairnryan to Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Ireland bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Ireland bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Ireland?

There are 1075+ hotels available in Ireland.

Cairnryan to Ireland - 6 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan to Ireland by car ferry, car, busferry, train, 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, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Drive from Belfast to Dublincar
4h 6m
€67–93
Car ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
6h 36m
€53–73
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
6h 10m
Car ferry, train via Larne
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
6h 46m
€54–291
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Westland Rowbus 785
6h 20m
Bus and ferry, bus via Burlington Road
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
6h 37m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Ireland.

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Distance: 251.4 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Cairnryan to Ireland. However, you can take the car ferry to Belfast then drive to Dublin. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Camden Street Lower via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, and Five Lamps in around 6h 10m.

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