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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Caerphilly is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Caerphilly is to train and fly which takes 5h 23m and costs £55 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Buchanan Bus Station and Queensway Q5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Caerphilly via Glasgow Central, Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Ayr to Caerphilly?

The distance between Ayr and Caerphilly is 431 miles. The road distance is 362.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Caerphilly without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs £65 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Ayr to Caerphilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Caerphilly bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Caerphilly train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Ayr to Caerphilly is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs £65 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 38m.

Where does the Ayr to Caerphilly bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Caerphilly train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Caerphilly is 363 miles. It takes approximately 7h 5m to drive from Ayr to Caerphilly.

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

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Ayr to Caerphilly - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Ayr to Caerphilly 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 Cardiff Central
8h 40m
£68–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Queensway Q1M19
12h 38m
£36–55
Drive 360.7 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Caerphilly360.7 mi
7h 5m
£91–131
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 Cardiff Central
5h 23m
£55–141
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 Newport (S Wales)
10h 9m
£84–247
Bus via Birmingham
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 Newhall St to Queensway Q1
14h 12m
£42–81
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol 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 Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 43m
£52–154
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff 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 Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
6h 45m
£79–245
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
6h 48m
£74–212
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
7h 1m
£106–318

Ayr to Caerphilly by train

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8h 40mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 428.2 mi
Duration: 8h 40m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Caerphilly via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 8h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Buchanan Bus Station and Queensway Q5 in around 12h 38m.

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