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 - €140 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 - €140.

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 10h 2m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour?

The distance between Cairnryan and Rosslare Harbour is 420 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 train which takes 9h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 39m 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 149+ 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, train, bus, 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, train
best
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 39m
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Great Central0
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
4. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Rosslare EuroportIc / ...
10h 13m
€72–313
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 14 to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
10h 2m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Rosslare Harbour
5h 44m
€93–139
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station2
11h 24m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Rosslare Harbour.

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Distance: 420.3 km
Duration: 9h 39m

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 Belfast Grand Central, take the train to Dublin Connolly, then take the train to Rosslare Europort. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Rosslare Harbour via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Dublin Airport Zone 14, and Wexford O'Hanrahan Station in around 10h 2m.

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