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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 13h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 5h 8m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Ayr to Exeter?

The distance between Ayr and Exeter is 439 miles. The road distance is 438.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs £80 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Ayr to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Exeter?

The best way to get from Ayr to Exeter is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs £80 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 13h 19m.

Where does the Ayr to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Exeter is 439 miles. It takes approximately 7h 20m to drive from Ayr to Exeter.

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

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Ayr to Exeter - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Ayr to Exeter by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
5h 8m
£44–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
13h 19m
£34–85
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Street
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
9h 45m
£83–342
Drive 436 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Exeter436 mi
7h 20m
£109–157
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
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 Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
5h 24m
£104–260
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol 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 Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
6h 16m
£48–160
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 Exeter St Davids
6h 57m
£85–251
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)GLA - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisbury
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Central
7h 30m
£85–263
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St DavidsGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
10h 53m
£91–298
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
14h 56m
£40–98

Ayr to Exeter by train

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9h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 436.6 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 13h 19m.

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