What is the cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 8h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham is to train and fly which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrossan to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Newhall Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ardrossan and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Town and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Birmingham?

The distance between Ardrossan and Birmingham is 296 miles. The road distance is 299.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ardrossan to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £110 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Birmingham bus from?

Ardrossan to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Birmingham train from?

Ardrossan to Birmingham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ardrossan Town station.

Train or bus from Ardrossan to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £110 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Ardrossan to Birmingham bus arrive?

Ardrossan to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Birmingham train arrive?

Ardrossan to Birmingham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Birmingham is 300 miles. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Ardrossan to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Ardrossan to Birmingham?

Book your Ardrossan to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ardrossan to Birmingham?

Book your Ardrossan to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3335+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Ardrossan to Birmingham - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromArdrossan to Birmingham

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 9 ways to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham by train, plane, 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 to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
best
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3h 29m
£45–122
Train
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
6h 9m
£114–255
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
8h 42m
£48–78
Drive 297.9 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Birminghamcar 297.9 mi
5h 15m
£73–105
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
4h 31m
£52–143
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 24m
£94–198
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 32m
£132–445
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
6h 28m
£116–200
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
10h 32m
£68–158

Ardrossan to Birmingham by train

61Weekly Trains

6h 9mAverage Duration

£114Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ardrossan to Birmingham.

Launch map view

Distance: 294.7 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Ardrossan, Scotland and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Ardrossan Town to Birmingham New Street via Glasgow Central in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.