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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at John Dobson Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Newcastle via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Gateshead?

The distance between Cairnryan and Gateshead is 252 miles. The road distance is 160.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 58m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Gateshead bus from?

Cairnryan to Gateshead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Gateshead train from?

Cairnryan to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £75 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Gateshead bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Gateshead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Gateshead train arrive?

Cairnryan to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Gateshead is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cairnryan to Gateshead.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2221+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Cairnryan to Gateshead - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and car ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead by bus, train, car, car ferry, or plane

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Bus, train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
4h 58m
£51–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
7h 3m
£31–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
6h 49m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newcastletrain
7h 35m
£76–190
Drive 159.7 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Gatesheadcar 159.7 mi
3h 3m
£40–58
Car ferry, train, fly
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Grand Centraltrain
3. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BFS - NCL
7h 7m
£75–357

Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Distance: 250.8 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Gateshead, England?

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Newcastle via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to John Dobson Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

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