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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Darlington is to bus and train via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Darlington is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Darlington via Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Ayr to Darlington?

The distance between Ayr and Darlington is 248 miles. The road distance is 161.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £75 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Ayr to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Darlington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Darlington train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Darlington?

The best way to get from Ayr to Darlington is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £75 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Ayr to Darlington bus arrive?

Ayr to Darlington bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Darlington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Darlington is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ayr to Darlington.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Darlington?

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Ayr to Darlington - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Ayr to Darlington by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
4h 18m
£75–191
Bus, train via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
6h 51m
£34–67
Drive 161 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Darlingtoncar 161 mi
3h 15m
£40–57
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
5h 54m
£89–223
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Darlingtontrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
5h 21m
£121–174
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591
7h 17m
£42–110

Ayr to Darlington by train and foot

215Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.7 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Darlington via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Dolphin Centre via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 17m.

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