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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Keswick is to bus which costs £18 - £40 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Keswick is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £29 - £45.

How far is it from Ayr to Keswick?

The distance between Ayr and Keswick is 179 miles. The road distance is 117.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Keswick without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 1m and costs £24 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Ayr to Keswick, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ayr to Keswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Keswick is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Ayr to Keswick.

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2404+ hotels available in Keswick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Keswick 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to KeswickX5 / ...
4h 1m
£24–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
5h 46m
£19–40
Drive 116.7 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Keswick116.7 mi
2h 31m
£30–43
Line 43 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road43 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to KeswickX5 / ...
5h 10m
£31–72

Ayr to Keswick by train and bus

146Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 177.5 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Keswick via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Penrith Rail Station in around 5h 46m.

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