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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Settle is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 57m.

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 12m 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 Stena Terminal and arriving at Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Kirkby Lonsdale Booth's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Settle?

The distance between Cairnryan and Settle is 247 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 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from 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 8m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 57m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Settle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Settle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Settle is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Cairnryan to Settle.

Where can I stay near Settle?

There are 939+ hotels available in Settle.

Cairnryan to Settle - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 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 Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Settle
7h 44m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
9h 57m
£32–49
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Settle
8h 8m
£51–143
Drive 174.6 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Settle174.6 mi
3h 12m
£44–63
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Settle
8h 18m
£44–99

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

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 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Kirkby Lonsdale Booth's in around 9h 57m.

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