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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Skipton is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Skipton is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Belle Vue Mills via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Skipton?

The distance between Cairnryan and Skipton is 270 miles. The road distance is 190.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Skipton without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 7h 1m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Cairnryan to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Skipton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Skipton?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Skipton is to train which takes 8h 33m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Skipton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Skipton is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Cairnryan to Skipton.

Where can I stay near Skipton?

There are 1344+ hotels available in Skipton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Skipton by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Skipton
7h 1m
£43–134
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Skipton
8h 12m
Drive 189.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Skipton189.4 mi
3h 32m
£47–67
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 Skipton
8h 33m
£55–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationX43
9h 52m

Cairnryan to Skipton by bus, foot, and train

55Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.2 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Skipton via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Carlisle in around 8h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Belle Vue Mills via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 9h 52m.

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