What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan?

The fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan?

The distance between Kirkby Stephen and Cairnryan is 251 miles. The road distance is 147.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £45 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 199+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan by train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 57m
£49–132
Drive 146.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkby Stephen to Cairnryan146.7 mi
2h 41m
£37–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Bus StationS6
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Girvan
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
8h 2m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 249.3 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Kirkby Stephen, England and Cairnryan, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Kirkby Stephen to Old Pier via Kirkby Stephen, Carlisle, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 57m.

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