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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Cardiff is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Ayr to Cardiff?

The distance between Ayr and Cardiff is 423 miles. The road distance is 367.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 8h 25m and costs £150 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Ayr to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ayr to Cardiff is to train which takes 8h 25m and costs £150 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 39m.

Where does the Ayr to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Cardiff is 367 miles. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Ayr to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Ayr to Cardiff 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 Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 25m
£151–271
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
11h 39m
£54–111
Drive 365.1 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Cardiffcar 365.1 mi
7h 10m
£92–132
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 4m
£62–150
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 20m
£112–245
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 44m
£257–371
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 25m
£90–200
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 26m
£101–199
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 47m
£130–276

Ayr to Cardiff by train

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8h 25mAverage Duration

£151Cheapest Price

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Distance: 420.1 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Crewe in around 8h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 39m.

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