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 £29 - £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 £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

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 59m.

How far is it from Ayr to Cumbria?

The distance between Ayr and Cumbria is 167 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 59m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Ayr to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Cumbria bus from?

Ayr to Cumbria bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Cumbria train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Ayr to Cumbria is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Ayr to Cumbria bus arrive?

Ayr to Cumbria bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 862+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Ayr to Cumbria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 43 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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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 59m
£54–94
Drive 116.6 mi
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1. Drive from Ayr to Cumbriacar 116.6 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
6h 30m
£35–52
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 29m
£57–87

Ayr to Cumbria by train and bus

120Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Pooley Bridge Inn via Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Cumbria via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, Bus Station, and Longthwaite road end in around 6h 30m.

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