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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Sunderland is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Sunderland via Kilmarnock and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Sunderland?

The distance between Cairnryan and Sunderland is 264 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Sunderland without a car is to Bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Cairnryan to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Sunderland is to Bus which takes 7h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £190 and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Sunderland is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Cairnryan to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1930+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Cairnryan to Sunderland - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan to Sunderland by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 36m
Drive 173 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Sunderlandcar 173 mi
3h 17m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
7h 45m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X77
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newcastletrain
7h 26m
£78–169
Bus, train #2
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 Sunderlandtrain
7h 58m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnocktrain
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain
8h 44m
£96–184

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Distance: 262.5 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Interchange via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to Sunderland via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Kilmarnock, and Carlisle in around 8h 44m.

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