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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Cairnryan?

The distance between Gateshead and Cairnryan is 252 miles. The road distance is 161.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus via Edinburgh which takes 5h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Gateshead to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Cairnryan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Cairnryan train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £220 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Gateshead to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gateshead to Cairnryan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Cairnryan is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Gateshead to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

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

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Train, Bus via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle 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
5h 50m
Drive 160.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gateshead to Cairnryancar 160.2 mi
3h 4m
£40–57
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
7h 25m
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 25m
£98–212
Train, bus
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
7h 30m
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
8h 8m
£52–107

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Distance: 250.6 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Newcastle to Old Pier via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 7h 25m.

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