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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Doncaster is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Doncaster is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stand Z. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Doncaster via Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Ayr to Doncaster?

The distance between Ayr and Doncaster is 325 miles. The road distance is 231.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Ayr to Doncaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Doncaster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Doncaster train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Ayr to Doncaster is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £55 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Ayr to Doncaster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Doncaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Doncaster is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Ayr to Doncaster.

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Ayr to Doncaster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster
5h 18m
£58–175
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 Stand 11
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand Z to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7436
9h 48m
£36–62
Drive 230.2 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Doncaster230.2 mi
4h 9m
£58–84
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)GLA - LBA
3. Take the train from Leeds to Doncaster
6h 21m
£77–182
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to DoncasterGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
6h 24m
£71–93
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Doncaster
7h 54m
£43–128
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 International to Doncaster
6h 8m
£77–194
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 Stevenage to Doncaster
6h 32m
£73–221
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham 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 Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham International to Doncaster
7h 10m
£81–198

Ayr to Doncaster by train and foot

218Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 323.3 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Doncaster via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 11, and Bus Station Stand Z in around 9h 48m.

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