Cairnryan Ferry Terminal is an important international ferry gateway on the shore of Loch Ryan in southwest Scotland. The terminal handles passenger, vehicle and freight ferry traffic across the North Channel and forms one of the principal maritime connections between Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Cairnryan Ferry Terminal: Historical sights and information
Facts about Cairnryan Ferry Terminal
- Latitude:
- 54.963970
- Longitude:
- -5.013310
- GPS Coordinates:
- 54°58' N, 05°01' W
The transport importance of the terminal
The terminal is directly connected to the A77, which provides road access towards Stranraer, Ayrshire and Glasgow. Road transport is the principal means of reaching the ferry facilities, while Stranraer provides the nearest significant railway connections. The terminal is designed to handle high volumes of passenger vehicles, coaches and freight traffic.
Travel and connections
Cairnryan Ferry Terminal provides international ferry connections to Northern Ireland, including Belfast and Larne. The surrounding Rhins of Galloway peninsula offers attractive coastal scenery, beaches and walking routes. Stranraer and other destinations in Dumfries and Galloway are easily accessible from the terminal.
Locations & Tours
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