What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Ayr is to drive which costs £75 - £120 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Ayr?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Ayr is to drive which takes 6h 5m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth University and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth University to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from National Library of Wales and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park, Chester Bus Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth University and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth University to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Ayr via Shrewsbury, Crewe and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth University to Ayr?

The distance between Aberystwyth University and Ayr is 399 miles. The road distance is 315.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth University to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth University to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs £40 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth University to Ayr?

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Aberystwyth University to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth University to Ayr bus from?

Aberystwyth University to Ayr bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from National Library of Wales station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth University to Ayr train from?

Aberystwyth University to Ayr train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth University to Ayr?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth University to Ayr is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs £40 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 35m.

Where does the Aberystwyth University to Ayr bus arrive?

Aberystwyth University to Ayr bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Aberystwyth University to Ayr train arrive?

Aberystwyth University to Ayr train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth University to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth University to Ayr is 316 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Aberystwyth University to Ayr.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth University to Ayr?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Aberystwyth University 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
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
8h 51m
£41–216
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Library of Wales to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Corwen Car ParkT3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Railway StationT8
4. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station830
5. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
12h 35m
Drive 314.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth University to Ayr314.1 mi
6h 5m
£79–114
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
7h 21m
£64–183
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinleck
9h 52m
£54–178
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from National Library of Wales to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Fire StationT3 / ...
3. Take the train from Wrexham Central to Bidston
4. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow Central
5. Take the bus from Howard Street to Ayr Bus Station4
13h 9m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
8h 14m
£64–196
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
4. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
5. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
9h 19m
£85–231
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
4. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
5. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
6. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
10h 11m
£83–244

Aberystwyth University to Ayr by foot and train

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Distance: 396.4 mi
Duration: 8h 51m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth University, Wales and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Aberystwyth University to Ayr via Aberystwyth, Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Aberystwyth University to Ayr Bus Station via National Library of Wales, Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park, Railway Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 35m.

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