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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Carnforth is to bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Carnforth via Glasgow Central and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Ayr to Carnforth?

The distance between Ayr and Carnforth is 218 miles. The road distance is 151.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Ayr to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Ayr to Carnforth is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Ayr to Carnforth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Carnforth is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Ayr to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1581+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Ayr to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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 CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 54m
£32–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
6h 27m
£30–44
Drive 150.8 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Carnforth150.8 mi
2h 48m
£38–55
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to CarnforthCarlisle - Lancaster / ...
8h 6m
£44–57

Ayr to Carnforth by train

203Weekly Trains

3h 54mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Carnforth via Glasgow Central and Lancaster in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Carnforth via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 6h 27m.

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