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

The cheapest way to get from Strabane to Cairnryan is to train and car ferry which costs £45 - £190 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strabane to Cairnryan is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Strabane and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Strabane station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Strabane Bus Station and arriving at Old Pier via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Ayr Bus Station and Elder Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

How far is it from Strabane to Cairnryan?

The distance between Strabane and Cairnryan is 121 miles.

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

The best way to get from Strabane to Cairnryan without a car is to bus and train and ferry which takes 7h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Strabane to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strabane to Cairnryan bus from?

Strabane to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Strabane Bus Station.

Where does the Strabane to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Strabane to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 202+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Strabane to Cairnryan by car, car ferry, bus, train, ferry, 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 Strabane to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3h 56m
£48–186
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Yorkgate2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
7h 50m
£45–181
Bus, train, ferry
1. Take the bus from Strabane Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21273
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Harbour0
3. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
7h 19m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Strabane Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21273
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr923
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Elder Avenue60 / ...
11h 32m
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Yorkgate2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
7h 40m
£47–252

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 120.4 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Strabane, Derry City and Strabane, Northern Ireland and Cairnryan, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Strabane to Cairnryan. However, you can drive to Belfast then take the car ferry to Cairnryan. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Strabane Bus Station to Cairnryan via Grand Central Station Stand 21, Belfast Grand Central, Larne Harbour, and Larne in around 7h 19m.

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