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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Gateshead?

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

How far is it from Cairnryan to Gateshead?

The distance between Cairnryan and Gateshead is 252 miles. The road distance is 160.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 58m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Gateshead bus from?

Cairnryan to Gateshead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Stena Terminal station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h.

Where does the Cairnryan to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Gateshead?

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2055+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Cairnryan to Gateshead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from Stena 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
4h 58m
£35–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
7h
£29–45
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
6h 53m
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
7h 43m
£48–121
Drive 159.7 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Gatesheadcar 159.7 mi
3h 3m
£40–57

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Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Gateshead.

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Distance: 250.9 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Newcastle via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Kilmarnock, and Carlisle in around 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Newcastle Coach Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h.

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