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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Cairnryan is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Old Pier via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Cairnryan?

The distance between Sunderland and Cairnryan is 190 miles. The road distance is 171.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Sunderland to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Cairnryan bus from?

Sunderland to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Cairnryan is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Sunderland to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Sunderland to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Cairnryan is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Sunderland to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 195+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodie500
7h 24m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Buchanan Bus StationUkn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
8h 57m
£25–45
Train
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
3. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer
8h 12m
£59–100
Drive 170.8 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Cairnryan170.8 mi
3h 20m
£42–61
Train, bus via Central Station
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodie500
7h 52m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sunderland to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 189.3 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Old Pier via Carlisle, Kilmarnock, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Old Pier via Buchanan Bus Station, Port Rodie, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 8h 57m.

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