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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Seaham is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Seaham is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Seaham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at New Strangford Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Seaham?

The distance between Cairnryan and Seaham is 195 miles. The road distance is 177.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Seaham without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 58m to get from Cairnryan to Seaham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Seaham bus from?

Cairnryan to Seaham bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Seaham?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Seaham is to train which takes 8h 52m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Seaham bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Seaham bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Seaham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Seaham is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cairnryan to Seaham.

Where can I stay near Seaham?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Seaham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Seaham by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
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
7h 58m
Drive 176.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Seahamcar 176.1 mi
3h 21m
£44–63
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
8h 52m
£53–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sunderland Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
8h 16m
Bus, train via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X77
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Durhamtrain
8h 26m
£62–84

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Seaham.

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Distance: 193.4 mi
Duration: 7h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Seaham via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Kilmarnock, Carlisle, and Newcastle in around 8h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to New Strangford Road via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Sunderland Interchange in around 8h 16m.

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