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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Durham is to bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Durham is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Durham station. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station Stand H via Buchanan Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Durham. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Durham via Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Ayr to Durham?

The distance between Ayr and Durham is 226 miles. The road distance is 153.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Durham without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Ayr to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Durham?

The best way to get from Ayr to Durham is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Ayr to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Durham is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Ayr to Durham.

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

Book your Ayr to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1853+ hotels available in Durham.

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

How to get fromAyr to Durham

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 Durhamtrain
4h 31m
£69–146
Bus
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 Ukn10 / ...
7h 11m
£23–41
Drive 152.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Durhamcar 152.3 mi
3h 7m
£38–55
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
5h 38m
£87–201
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Durhamtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
5h 3m
£91–144
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
7h 33m
£28–55

Ayr to Durham by train and foot

132Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Launch map view

Distance: 224.8 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Durham via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bus Station Stand H via Buchanan Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 7h 11m.

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.