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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Manchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Manchester?

The distance between Cairnryan and Manchester is 294 miles. The road distance is 223.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Manchester without a car is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Cairnryan to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Manchester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Manchester is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Manchester is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Cairnryan to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 1121+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Manchester by bus, train, car, car ferry, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 26m
Train
cheapest
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 Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
8h 5m
£50–143
Drive 222.2 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Manchestercar 222.2 mi
3h 58m
£55–79
Car ferry, fly
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BHD - MAN
6h 16m
£68–186
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 56m

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 292.6 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to Manchester Oxford Road via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 5m.

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