What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The distance between Carlisle and Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 183 miles. The road distance is 105.5 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal without a car is to train and Bus which takes 4h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus from?

Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus arrive?

Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

There are 195+ hotels available in Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal by train, bus, 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.

Train, Bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
4h 44m
Drive 104.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Cairnryan Stena Terminal104.9 mi
2h 2m
£27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 51m
£36–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus StationUkn31
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
5h 15m
Train, line 42 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinleck
2. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Station42 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Stena Terminal358 / ...
5h 33m
£32–66

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 182 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Scotland?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Stena Terminal via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 15m.

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