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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Cumbria is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Cumbria is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Glasgow, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Ayr to Cumbria?

The distance between Ayr and Cumbria is 167 miles. The road distance is 117.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Ayr to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Cumbria bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Ayr to Cumbria is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Ayr to Cumbria bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Cumbria is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Ayr to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 833+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Ayr to Cumbria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 43 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Cumbria 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 Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 18m
£38–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus Ukn31
7h 12m
£21–38
Drive 116.6 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Cumbriacar 116.6 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Roadbus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
5h 36m
£34–118

Ayr to Cumbria by train and bus

61Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Pooley Bridge Inn via Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Longthwaite road end via Glasgow, Carlisle, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 7h 12m.

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