What is the cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan?

The cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 10h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan?

The fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stockton-on-Tees and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from High Street Stand T and arriving at Old Pier via John Dobson Street, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

How far is it from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan?

The distance between Stockton-on-Tees and Cairnryan is 219 miles. The road distance is 184.1 miles.

How do I travel from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan without a car?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan bus from?

Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from High Street Stand T station.

Train or bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 10h 43m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £90 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Dobson St-Carliol St station.

Can I drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 196+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stockton-on-Tees 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 Stockton to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodie500
8h 4m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street Stand T to John Dobson St-Carliol StX10
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
10h 43m
£26–52
Drive 183 mi
1. Drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan183 mi
3h 43m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Stockton to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
3. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer
8h 53m
£78–87

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 218.2 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Stockton-on-Tees, England and Cairnryan, Scotland?

You can take a bus from High Street Stand T to Old Pier via John Dobson Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Port Rodie, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 10h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stockton to Old Pier via Carlisle, Kilmarnock, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 8h 53m.

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