What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour is to car ferry and drive which costs €90 - €260 and takes 5h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour is to car ferry and drive which takes 5h 44m and costs €90 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Rosslare Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Rosslare Harbour via Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14 and Wexford O'Hanrahan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour?

The distance between Cairnryan and Rosslare Harbour is 411 km.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 9h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour?

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Rosslare Harbour?

There are 151+ hotels available in Rosslare Harbour.

Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour by busferry, bus, train, car ferry, car, or ferry

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

Bus and ferry, bus
best
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 14 to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
9h 30m
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Grand Central0
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
4. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Rosslare EuroportIc / ...
10h 50m
€70–311
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Rosslare EuroportIc / ...
9h 58m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Rosslare Harbour
5h 44m
€93–260
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Grand Central0
3. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Burgh Quay785
4. Take the bus from George's Quay to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
11h 20m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour.

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Distance: 411 km
Duration: 9h 30m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Rosslare Harbour, IE-WX, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour. However, you can take the vehicle to Belfast, Europa Buscentre, walk to Glengall Street, take the bus to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21, walk to Dublin Airport Zone 14, take the bus to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station, then take the bus to Rosslare Harbour. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Rosslare Europort via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast Grand Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 9h 58m.

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