What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to South Ayrshire?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to South Ayrshire is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to South Ayrshire?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to South Ayrshire is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and South Ayrshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to South Ayrshire. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Moorston Farm via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and South Ayrshire?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to South Ayrshire. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Girvan via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Manchester to South Ayrshire?

The distance between Manchester and South Ayrshire is 267 miles. The road distance is 212.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to South Ayrshire without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to South Ayrshire without a car is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to South Ayrshire?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Manchester to South Ayrshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to South Ayrshire bus from?

Manchester to South Ayrshire bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to South Ayrshire train from?

Manchester to South Ayrshire train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to South Ayrshire?

The best way to get from Manchester to South Ayrshire is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £200 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Manchester to South Ayrshire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to South Ayrshire train arrive?

Manchester to South Ayrshire train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Manchester to South Ayrshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to South Ayrshire is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Manchester to South Ayrshire.

Where can I stay near South Ayrshire?

There are 552+ hotels available in South Ayrshire.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
6h 25m
£38–67
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Centraltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
6h 31m
£110–192
Drive 211.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to South Ayrshirecar 211.1 mi
4h 7m
£52–74
Fly Manchester Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
7h 41m
£82–192
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
6h 35m
£86–156
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
7h 25m
£53–121
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus
7h 23m
£79–197
Train to Liverpool, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LPL - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
8h 15m
£94–220

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

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Distance: 265.4 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and South Ayrshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Moorston Farm via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edlinton Terrace via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Girvan, and Rail Station in around 6h 31m.

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