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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Ayrshire is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Ayrshire is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Ayrshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Ayrshire. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus Station and arriving at Temple House via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Ayrshire?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Ayrshire. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Auchinleck via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Leeds to Ayrshire?

The distance between Leeds and Ayrshire is 201 miles. The road distance is 199.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Ayrshire without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Leeds to Ayrshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Ayrshire bus from?

Leeds to Ayrshire bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Ayrshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Ayrshire?

The best way to get from Leeds to Ayrshire is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Leeds to Ayrshire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Ayrshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Ayrshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Ayrshire is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Leeds to Ayrshire.

Where can I stay near Ayrshire?

There are 550+ hotels available in Ayrshire.

Leeds to Ayrshire - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Leeds to Ayrshire by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
6h 24m
£79–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
6h 54m
£34–60
Drive 198.6 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Ayrshirecar 198.6 mi
4h 2m
£49–70
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
7h 57m
£70–159
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 / ...
8h 19m
£40–137
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
7h 40m
£88–212

Leeds to Ayrshire by train and bus

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Distance: 199.8 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Leeds to James Street via Carlisle, Auchinleck, and Well Road in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Temple House via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station in around 6h 54m.

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