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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to South Shields is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to South Shields is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at South Shields via Kilmarnock, Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to South Shields?

The distance between Cairnryan and South Shields is 263 miles. The road distance is 170.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to South Shields without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 25m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Cairnryan to South Shields, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to South Shields?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to South Shields is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £190 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Cairnryan to South Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to South Shields is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Cairnryan to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1949+ hotels available in South Shields.

Cairnryan to South Shields - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Cairnryan to South Shields 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
5h 25m
£59–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
7h 55m
£34–63
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
7h 20m
Drive 169.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to South Shieldscar 169.5 mi
3h 16m
£42–60
Car ferry, train, fly
1. Take the car ferry 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 30m
£73–360
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X77
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newcastletrain
7h 28m
£79–171
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 11m
£94–188

Cairnryan to South Shields by bus, foot, train, and subway

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 261.1 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Interchange in around 7h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to South Shields via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Kilmarnock, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 8h 11m.

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