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How to Travel from

Manchester to Cairnryan

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$49.37

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stena
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$37.97

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Dumfries station to Port
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$316.44

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$37.97

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$37.97
Train from Carlisle to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$31.64
Train from Ayr to Stranraer
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$45.57

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$39.24
Train from Preston to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$56.96–$139.24

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Other operators

Stena Line

Phone:
+44 844 770 7070
Website:
stenaline.dk/
Other from Belfast to Cairnryan
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.15

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cairnryan is to bus which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cairnryan?

The distance between Manchester and Cairnryan is 498 km. The road distance is 362.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cairnryan without a car is to train via Preston which takes 8h 2m and costs $76.09 - $326.09 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Manchester to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cairnryan bus from?

Manchester to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cairnryan is to train via Preston which takes 8h 2m and costs $76.09 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 8h 10m. There are no good options to train between Manchester to Cairnryan.

Where does the Manchester to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Manchester to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cairnryan is 362 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Manchester to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 162+ hotels available in Cairnryan. Prices start at $47.07 per night.
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