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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 13h 8m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Church Centre and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Aberystwyth?

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

How far is it from Ayr to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Ayr and Aberystwyth is 398 miles. The road distance is 316.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 9h 9m and costs £55 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Aberystwyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Ayr to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 9h 9m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 13h 8m.

Where does the Ayr to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Ayr to Aberystwyth - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Ayr to Aberystwyth 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 Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
9h 9m
£58–165
Bus
cheapest
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 Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
13h 8m
£41–91
Drive 315 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Aberystwyth315 mi
6h 7m
£78–112
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 International to Aberystwyth
7h 36m
£62–152
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 Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
10h 24m
£77–157
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Upton Station437
4. Take the train from Upton to Wrexham Central
5. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
6. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
13h 31m
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
8h 55m
£63–165
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
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 Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
9h 26m
£83–237

Ayr to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 395.6 mi
Duration: 9h 9m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Aberystwyth via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 9h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Church Centre, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 13h 8m.

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