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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to train and car ferry which costs £45 - £190 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £200.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. However, there are services departing from Custom House and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The distance between Dublin and Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 157 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 6h 54m and costs £45 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal, including transfers.

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

Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Custom House station.

Where does the Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus arrive?

Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Grand Central Station Durham Street.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

There are 195+ hotels available in Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal by car, car ferry, train, bus, or busferry

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 Dublin to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
4h 15m
£57–199
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
6h 54m
£47–184
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 1X1
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
7h 36m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Custom House to Grand Central Station Durham Street785
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr923
3. Take the bus from Ayr to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
11h 10m

Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal by train, foot, bus, and car ferry

40Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. However, you can drive to Belfast then take the car ferry to Cairnryan. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Cairnryan via Great Victoria Street, Upper Queen Street, Stena Line terminus, and Belfast in around 6h 54m.

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