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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Larne is to ferry which costs £25 - £220 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Larne is to ferry which takes 2h and costs £25 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Larne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Larne. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Circular Road via Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct ferry between Cairnryan and Larne?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Cairnryan and arriving at Larne. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Larne?

The distance between Cairnryan and Larne is 38 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Larne without a car is to ferry which takes 2h and costs £25 - £220.

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

The ferry from Cairnryan to Larne takes 2h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Larne bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Larne bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Larne?

There are 226+ hotels available in Larne.

Cairnryan to Larne - 3 ways to travel via ferry, bus and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Cairnryan to Larne by ferry, busferry, bus, or car ferry

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

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
2h
£25–220
Bus and ferry, line 256 bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Circular Road256 / ...
4h 49m
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2h 39m
£78–107

Cairnryan to Larne by ferry

39Weekly Ferries

2hAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Larne.

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Distance: 37.6 mi
Duration: 2h

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

P&O Ferries operates a ferry from Cairnryan to Larne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £25–220 and the journey takes 2h.

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