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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Chorley is to bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Chorley is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Chorley?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Goring Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Chorley via Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Ayr to Chorley?

The distance between Ayr and Chorley is 242 miles. The road distance is 187.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Chorley without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Ayr to Chorley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Chorley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Chorley train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Chorley?

The best way to get from Ayr to Chorley is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Ayr to Chorley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Chorley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Chorley is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Ayr to Chorley.

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

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Where can I stay near Chorley?

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Ayr to Chorley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Chorley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 7m
£30–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
6h 32m
£19–52
Drive 186.7 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Chorley186.7 mi
3h 22m
£47–68
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorley
5h 43m
£73–167
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Road
6h 38m
£81–200

Ayr to Chorley by train

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Chorley via Glasgow Central and Preston in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Goring Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 6h 32m.

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