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

The cheapest way to get from Swadlincote to Ayr is to bus which costs £65 - £110 and takes 12h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swadlincote to Ayr is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Swadlincote and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Swadlincote station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Coach Park, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Swadlincote and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Swadlincote to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Burton-on-Trent and arriving at Ayr via Tamworth, Crewe and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Swadlincote to Ayr?

The distance between Swadlincote and Ayr is 354 miles. The road distance is 277.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swadlincote to Ayr without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Swadlincote to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swadlincote to Ayr bus from?

Swadlincote to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swadlincote to Ayr train from?

Swadlincote to Ayr train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Tamworth station.

Train or bus from Swadlincote to Ayr?

The best way to get from Swadlincote to Ayr is to train via Crewe which takes 8h and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £110 and takes 12h 38m.

Where does the Swadlincote to Ayr bus arrive?

Swadlincote to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Swadlincote to Ayr train arrive?

Swadlincote to Ayr train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Swadlincote to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Swadlincote to Ayr is 278 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Swadlincote to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 556+ hotels available in Ayr.

Swadlincote to Ayr - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Swadlincote to Ayr by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Tamworth to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
8h
£115–205
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Burton-on-Trent 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
5h 46m
£57–135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
12h 38m
£66–106
Drive 276 mi
1. Drive from Swadlincote to Ayrcar 276 mi
5h 2m
£68–99
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
9h
£168–259
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Derby to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain
10h 30m
£108–172
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Burton-on-Trent to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
6h 55m
£75–192
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Derby to Lutontrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
7h 53m
£92–212
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tamworth to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
7h 56m
£127–428

Swadlincote to Ayr by bus and train

64Weekly Services

8hAverage Duration

£115Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Swadlincote to Ayr.

Launch map view

Distance: 352 mi
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Ayr via New Street, Railway Station, Burton-on-Trent, Tamworth, Crewe, and Glasgow Central in around 8h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station via Coach Park, Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 38m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.