What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to North Shields is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to North Shields is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Nile Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at North Shields via Kilmarnock, Carlisle and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to North Shields?

The distance between Cairnryan and North Shields is 260 miles. The road distance is 166.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to North Shields without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 29m and costs £50 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to North Shields?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Cairnryan to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to North Shields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to North Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to North Shields?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to North Shields is to bus which takes 8h 3m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £180 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Cairnryan to North Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to North Shields train arrive?

Cairnryan to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilmarnock station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to North Shields is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cairnryan to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 1963+ hotels available in North Shields.

Cairnryan to North Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to North Shields by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
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
5h 29m
£53–157
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 / ...
8h 3m
£31–55
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to North Shieldscar 165.8 mi
3h 9m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnocktrain
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
8h 15m
£88–173
Bus, train, line 301 bus
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 Metrocentretrain
4. Take the bus from Interchange to Albion Road - Upper Camden Streetbus 301
8h 45m

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Distance: 258.2 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and North Shields, England?

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Nile Street via Buchanan Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Monument Market Street in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to North Shields via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Kilmarnock, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Monument in around 8h 15m.

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