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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Hexham is to bus via Carlisle which costs £24 - £45 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Hexham is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Hexham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Hexham. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Monument via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Hexham?

The distance between Cairnryan and Hexham is 247 miles. The road distance is 138.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Hexham without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Cairnryan to Hexham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Hexham bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Hexham?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Hexham is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Carlisle, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Hexham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Hexham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Hexham is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Cairnryan to Hexham.

Where can I stay near Hexham?

There are 456+ hotels available in Hexham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Hexham 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
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Hexham
7h 1m
£46–133
Bus via Carlisle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
8h 30m
£25–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Hexham
7h 12m
£41–89
Drive 137.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Hexham137.8 mi
2h 38m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station180 / ...
8h 31m

Cairnryan to Hexham by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.4 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Hexham via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Carlisle in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Monument via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Bus Station, and Westgate in around 8h 30m.

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