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

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alnwick to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Alnwick to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Retail Park and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Alnwick to Cairnryan?

The distance between Alnwick and Cairnryan is 224 miles. The road distance is 175.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alnwick to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus which takes 6h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Alnwick to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Cairnryan bus from?

Alnwick to Cairnryan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Park station.

Where does the Alnwick to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Alnwick to Cairnryan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Alnwick to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick to Cairnryan is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Alnwick to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 205+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Alnwick to Cairnryan - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Alnwick to Cairnryan by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, Bus
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth 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 19m
Drive 174.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alnwick to Cairnryancar 174.2 mi
3h 27m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
6h 25m
Train, bus via Ayr
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
4. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
7h 53m
£53–131

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alnwick to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 222.4 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Retail Park to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 6h 25m.

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