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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ayr is to drive which costs £75 - £120 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ayr is to drive which takes 6h 7m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from North Parade 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 38m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth 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 36m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Ayr?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Ayr is 398 miles. The road distance is 316.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs £40 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Aberystwyth to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ayr bus from?

Aberystwyth to Ayr bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from North Parade station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Ayr?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ayr is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs £40 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 38m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Ayr is 317 miles. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Aberystwyth to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Aberystwyth 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
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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 36m
£43–214
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Parade 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 38m
Drive 314.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Ayr314.8 mi
6h 7m
£79–113
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 9m
£58–193
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 36m
£55–176
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade 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 11m
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 2m
£61–196
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 4m
£83–226
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
9h 57m
£85–239

Aberystwyth to Ayr by train

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8h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 395.6 mi
Duration: 8h 36m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Ayr via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Parade to Ayr Bus Station via Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park, Railway Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 38m.

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