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 £30 - £50 and takes 12h 7m.

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 4h 52m and costs £40 - £130.

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 Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 7m.

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 and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Ayr to Cardiff?

The distance between Ayr and Cardiff is 402 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 10m and costs £65 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m 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 10m and costs £65 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 12h 7m.

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 7m to drive from Ayr to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 10 ways to get from Ayr to Cardiff by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
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
4h 52m
£45–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
12h 7m
£33–48
Train
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 10m
£69–282
Drive 365.1 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Cardiff365.1 mi
7h 7m
£91–131
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
5h 59m
£48–141
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
5h 58m
£79–212
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 23m
£64–206
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
6h 35m
£101–292
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
9h 17m
£81–225
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 Kingsway GD
14h 23m
£33–70

Ayr to Cardiff by train

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8h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 399.3 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 7m.

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