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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Ayr is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Ayr is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station, Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Ayr via Oxenholme Lake District and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Kendal to Ayr?

The distance between Kendal and Ayr is 195 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Kendal to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Ayr bus from?

Kendal to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Weavers Court station.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Ayr train from?

Kendal to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Kendal to Ayr?

The best way to get from Kendal to Ayr is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus and bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Kendal to Ayr bus arrive?

Kendal to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Kendal to Ayr train arrive?

Kendal to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Ayr is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Kendal to Ayr.

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

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Kendal to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 42m
£74–132
Line 555 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
7h 16m
£30–56
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Ayrcar 136 mi
2h 38m
£34–48
Train, line 42 bus
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain
3. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
4h 47m
£57–112

Kendal to Ayr by train

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Ayr via Oxenholme Lake District and Glasgow Central in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station, Underpass, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 16m.

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