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

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hartlepool to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Hartlepool and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Hartlepool to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from York Road - Central Library and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station Express Lounge and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.

How far is it from Hartlepool to Cairnryan?

The distance between Hartlepool and Cairnryan is 282 miles. The road distance is 186.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus via Edinburgh which takes 6h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Hartlepool to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Cairnryan bus from?

Hartlepool to Cairnryan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Train or bus from Hartlepool to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 10h 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £210 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Hartlepool to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hartlepool to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Hartlepool to Cairnryan is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Hartlepool to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 123+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Hartlepool to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Hartlepool 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 via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
4. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
6h 57m
Drive 185 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Cairnryancar 185 mi
3h 39m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 183
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
10h 9m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
8h 24m
Train
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain
3. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraertrain
9h 10m
£106–201

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hartlepool to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 280.1 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a bus from York Road - Central Library to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station Express Lounge, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 10h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hartlepool to Old Pier via Carlisle, Kilmarnock, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 9h 10m.

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