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

The cheapest way to get from Hexham to Cairnryan is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 14m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Hexham and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Hexham station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Old Pier via Newcastle Coach Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

How far is it from Hexham to Cairnryan?

The distance between Hexham and Cairnryan is 157 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hexham to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Hexham to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hexham to Cairnryan bus from?

Hexham to Cairnryan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

Train or bus from Hexham to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Hexham to Cairnryan is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Hexham to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hexham to Cairnryan?

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

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 183+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Hexham to Cairnryan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Hexham 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
best
1. Take the train from Hexham to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodie500
6h 28m
Drive 137.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hexham to Cairnryan137.9 mi
2h 38m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Hexham to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 50m
£45–137
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
10h 14m
£34–52

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hexham to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Hexham to Old Pier via Carlisle, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Old Pier via Central Stn Clayton St, Newcastle Coach Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Port Rodie, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 10h 14m.

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