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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Seaham is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 43m.

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 20m 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 Stena Terminal and arriving at New Strangford Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Seaham?

The distance between Cairnryan and Seaham is 269 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 via Edinburgh which takes 6h 23m and costs £40 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Seaham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Seaham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Seaham is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Cairnryan to Seaham.

Where can I stay near Seaham?

There are 1724+ 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 via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
6h 23m
£41–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUk010 / ...
7h 43m
£25–41
Drive 176.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Seaham176.1 mi
3h 20m
£45–64
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station180 / ...
7h 57m
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 Seaham
8h 43m
£45–86

Cairnryan to Seaham by bus, foot, and train

54Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.6 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to New Strangford Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Sunderland Interchange in around 7h 43m.

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