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

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Ayr is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alnwick to Ayr is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Alnwick to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Retail Park and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Alnwick and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Alnwick to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Alnmouth and arriving at Ayr via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Alnwick to Ayr?

The distance between Alnwick and Ayr is 180 miles. The road distance is 143.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alnwick to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Alnwick to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Ayr bus from?

Alnwick to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Park station.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Ayr train from?

Alnwick to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Alnmouth station.

Train or bus from Alnwick to Ayr?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Ayr is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Alnwick to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alnwick to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alnwick to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick to Ayr is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Alnwick to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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There are 3 ways to get from Alnwick to Ayr by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4h 9m
£74–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
4h 17m
£32–76
Drive 143 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick to Ayrcar 143 mi
3h 9m
£35–50

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Distance: 179.3 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a vehicle from Alnwick to Ayr via Alnmouth, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retail Park to Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 17m.

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