What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 8h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Ayrshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Ayrshire. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A1 and arriving at Temple House via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Ayrshire?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Ayrshire. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Auchinleck via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Ayrshire?

The distance between Barnsley and Ayrshire is 223 miles. The road distance is 216 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Ayrshire without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 32m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Ayrshire bus from?

Barnsley to Ayrshire bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Ayrshire train from?

Barnsley to Ayrshire train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Ayrshire?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 32m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Barnsley to Ayrshire bus arrive?

Barnsley to Ayrshire bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Ayrshire train arrive?

Barnsley to Ayrshire train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Ayrshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Ayrshire is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Barnsley to Ayrshire.

Where can I stay near Ayrshire?

There are 557+ hotels available in Ayrshire.

Barnsley to Ayrshire - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Barnsley to Ayrshire by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Carlisletrain Sheffield - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
6h 32m
£78–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
8h 44m
£44–88
Drive 214.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Ayrshirecar 214.8 mi
4h 24m
£54–78
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
7h 43m
£91–245
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
7h 14m
£107–223
Bus via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 591 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
10h 47m
£48–97
Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LBA - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
8h 19m
£86–191
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
6h 26m
£82–179

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Ayrshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Barnsley to James Street via Carlisle, Auchinleck, and Well Road in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A1 to Temple House via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Buchanan Bus Station, and Ayr Bus Station in around 8h 44m.

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