What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port is to bus via Preston which costs £22 - £55 and takes 9h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Whitechapel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western and Liverpool Central Loop Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Ayr to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Ayr and Ellesmere Port is 281 miles. The road distance is 226.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Ellesmere Port without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £35 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Ellesmere Port bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Ellesmere Port train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Ayr to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Ellesmere Port is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Ayr to Ellesmere Port.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Ellesmere Port?

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Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

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Ayr to Ellesmere Port - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Ayr to Ellesmere Port by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Wigan North WesternGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
6h 1m
£39–155
Bus via Preston
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange1 / ...
9h 52m
£23–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
3. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange1 / ...
7h 42m
£44–75
Drive 225.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Ellesmere Port225.3 mi
4h 5m
£57–82
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
6h 12m
£90–195
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
7h 38m
£86–213
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
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 Liverpool Lime Street
7h 39m
£85–184
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 Liverpool Lime Street
6h 44m
£63–184

Ayr to Ellesmere Port by train and foot

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6h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279.2 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Ellesmere Port, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Ellesmere Port via Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Queen Square Bus Station, and Whitechapel in around 7h 42m.

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