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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerock to Cairnryan is to drive and car ferry which costs £40 - £190 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerock to Cairnryan is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £190.

How far is it from Castlerock to Cairnryan?

The distance between Castlerock and Cairnryan is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castlerock to Cairnryan without a car is to train and ferry which takes 5h 48m and costs £40 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Castlerock to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 201+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Castlerock to Cairnryan - 3 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Castlerock to Cairnryan by car, car ferry, train, 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.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Castlerock to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3h 33m
£45–181
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castlerock to Yorkgate2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
5h 48m
£44–248
Train, ferry via Belfast
1. Take the train from Castlerock to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Harbour0
3. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
6h 36m
£44–248

Castlerock to Cairnryan by train and ferry

39Weekly Services

5h 48mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 106.3 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Castlerock, Northern Ireland and Cairnryan, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Castlerock to Cairnryan. However, you can drive to Belfast then take the car ferry to Cairnryan. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlerock to Cairnryan via Yorkgate, Larne Harbour, and Larne in around 5h 48m.

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