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Cairnryan to Carlisle

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2 h 2 min
168 km.
from $9
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Six ways to Travel from Cairnryan to Carlisle

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Cheapest
By car (168 km)
2 h 2 min
168 km.
from $9
Other
Rideshare
2 h 2 min
168 km.
from $6.39
Bus, Train (Bus)
5 h 3 min
132 km.
from $95.15
Bus, Train (Bus)
5 h 9 min
132 km.
from $39.21
Bus
5 h 5 min
132 km.
from $64.78
Train
5 h 33 min
132 km.
from $170.45

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Old Pier to Rail
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.33–$10.13
Bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$164.55

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$37.97

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Ayr to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$32.91
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$88.60
Train from Dumfries to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$31.64
Train from Stranraer to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$51.90

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle is to bus and train which costs $28.26 - $51.09 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $33.70 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Carlisle via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Carlisle?

The distance between Cairnryan and Carlisle is 306 km. The road distance is 167.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 5h 3m and costs $52.17 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Carlisle bus from?

Cairnryan to Carlisle bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Carlisle is to Bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $38.04 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $228.26 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Carlisle bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Carlisle bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Carlisle is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Cairnryan to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 494+ hotels available in Carlisle. Prices start at $36.50 per night.
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