What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Cumbria?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Cumbria is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Cumbria?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Cumbria is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Ayr to Cumbria?

The distance between Ayr and Cumbria is 169 miles. The road distance is 117.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Cumbria without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Cumbria?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Ayr to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Cumbria train from?

Ayr to Cumbria train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Where does the Ayr to Cumbria train arrive?

Ayr to Cumbria train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Cumbria is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Ayr to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 858+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Ayr to Cumbria - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 43 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ayr to Cumbria by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 1m
£76–130
Drive 116.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Cumbriacar 116.6 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Roadbus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
5h 36m
£46–83

Ayr to Cumbria by bus and train

21Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Cumbria via Glasgow Central and Penrith North Lakes in around 3h 1m.

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