What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Cavan?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Cavan is to car ferry and train and bus which costs €55 - €220 and takes 9h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Cavan?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Cavan is to car ferry and drive which takes 4h 18m and costs €60 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Cavan?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Cavan station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Cavan Bus Station via Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Cavan?

The distance between Stranraer and Cavan is 230 km.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Cavan without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Cavan without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 7h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Cavan?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Stranraer to Cavan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Cavan bus from?

Stranraer to Cavan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Stranraer to Cavan bus arrive?

Stranraer to Cavan bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Cavan?

There are 102+ hotels available in Cavan.

Stranraer to Cavan - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Cavan by car ferry, car, busferry, bus, or train

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Cavan
4h 18m
€62–223
Car ferry, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
3. Take the bus from Dundalk Clarke Station to Cavan Bus Station170
9h 39m
€60–216
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Cavan Bus Station271
7h 56m
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Cavan Bus Station271
8h 39m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 230.5 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Cavan, Ulster, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Cavan. However, you can drive to Cairnryan, take the car ferry to Belfast, then drive to Cavan. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Cavan Bus Station via Stena Terminal, Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 7h 56m.

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