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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand G and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via John Dobson Street and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Durham to Cairnryan?

The distance between Durham and Cairnryan is 266 miles. The road distance is 167.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus via Edinburgh which takes 6h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Durham to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Cairnryan bus from?

Durham to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Cairnryan train from?

Durham to Cairnryan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Durham to Cairnryan is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £140 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Durham to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Durham to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Cairnryan train arrive?

Durham to Cairnryan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Durham to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Cairnryan is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Durham to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

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

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Train, Bus via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
6h 12m
Drive 166.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Cairnryancar 166.8 mi
3h 16m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
8h
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 48m
£143–222
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
8h 1m
Bus
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
9h 5m

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Distance: 264.3 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Old Pier via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand G to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via John Dobson Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 9h 5m.

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