What is the cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr?

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Ayr via Newcastle, Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Ayr?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Ayr is 222 miles. The road distance is 154.3 miles.

How do I travel from Whitley Bay to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £60 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitley Bay to Ayr bus from?

Whitley Bay to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Whitley Bay to Ayr train from?

Whitley Bay to Ayr train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Whitley Bay to Ayr?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle Coach Station, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Whitley Bay to Ayr train arrive?

Whitley Bay to Ayr train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Ayr is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Whitley Bay to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 560+ hotels available in Ayr.

Whitley Bay to Ayr - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Whitley Bay to Ayr by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4h 28m
£62–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
6h 56m
£21–40
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
6h 44m
£37–93
Drive 153.4 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Ayrcar 153.4 mi
3h 4m
£38–54
Fly, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane NCL - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
6h 3m
£79–199
Train, line 42 bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain
3. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
5h 46m
£58–117

Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

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Distance: 221.1 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Whitley Bay, England and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Ayr via Central Station, Newcastle, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Ayr Bus Station via St James, Newcastle Coach Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 44m.

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