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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Settle is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Settle is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Settle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Settle. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, Bus Station and Kirkby Lonsdale Booth's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Settle?

The distance between Cairnryan and Settle is 188 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Settle without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Cairnryan to Settle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Settle bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Settle?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Settle is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Settle bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Settle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Settle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Settle is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cairnryan to Settle.

Where can I stay near Settle?

There are 937+ hotels available in Settle.

Cairnryan to Settle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Settle by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Settletrain
7h 41m
Drive 174.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Settlecar 174.6 mi
3h 13m
£43–62
Train
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 Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Settletrain
8h 3m
£50–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
9h 51m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Settle.

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Distance: 187.1 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Settle via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Carlisle in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, Bus Station, and Kirkby Lonsdale Booth's in around 9h 51m.

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