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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Ayr is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Ayr is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 11 and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Ayr via Darlington, Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Ayr?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Ayr is 263 miles. The road distance is 176.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Middlesbrough to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Ayr bus from?

Middlesbrough to Ayr bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Ayr train from?

Middlesbrough to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Ayr?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Ayr is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Ayr bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Ayr bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Ayr train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Ayr is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Middlesbrough to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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There are 5 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Ayr by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
5h 19m
£78–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn10
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
6h 46m
£34–48
Drive 175.7 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Ayrcar 175.7 mi
3h 35m
£44–63
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
6h 26m
£71–122
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Middlesbrough to Glasgowbus Ukn10
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
6h 46m
£34–48

Middlesbrough to Ayr by train and foot

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 261.4 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Ayr via Darlington, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 46m.

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