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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Aberdare is to bus which costs £55 - £95 and takes 17h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Aberdare is to train and fly which takes 6h 21m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Aberdare via Glasgow Central, Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Ayr to Aberdare?

The distance between Ayr and Aberdare is 446 miles. The road distance is 356.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 9h 39m and costs £70 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 9h 39m to get from Ayr to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Aberdare bus from?

Ayr to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Aberdare train from?

Ayr to Aberdare train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Ayr to Aberdare is to train which takes 9h 39m and costs £70 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 17h 23m.

Where does the Ayr to Aberdare bus arrive?

Ayr to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Aberdare train arrive?

Ayr to Aberdare train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Aberdare is 357 miles. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Ayr to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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Ayr to Aberdare - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Aberdare Library via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Lordswood Rd, Talbot Street and Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 23m.

There are 11 ways to get from Ayr to Aberdare by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
9h 39m
£72–238
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare
6h 21m
£50–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
17h 23m
£55–95
Drive 354.7 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Aberdare354.7 mi
6h 48m
£88–126
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
10h 45m
£88–231
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
11h 56m
£186–203
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 30m
£51–151
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
7h 29m
£82–208
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
7h 51m
£72–207
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
7h 31m
£134–402
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
8h 2m
£104–302

Ayr to Aberdare by train

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9h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 443.2 mi
Duration: 9h 39m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Aberdare via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 9h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Aberdare Library via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Lordswood Rd, Sophia Gardens, Talbot Street, and Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A1 in around 17h 23m.

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