What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge is to bus via Manchester which costs £23 - £55 and takes 8h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Kirkstall Forge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Kirkstall Forge. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Vesper Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Kirkstall Forge?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Kirkstall Forge via Glasgow Central, Carlisle and Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge?

The distance between Ayr and Kirkstall Forge is 251 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 25m and costs £35 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Kirkstall Forge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Kirkstall Forge train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge?

The best way to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 25m and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Ayr to Kirkstall Forge bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ayr and Kirkstall Forge?

Kirkstall Forge is 1h ahead of Ayr. It is currently 12:30 PM in Ayr and 1:30 PM in Kirkstall Forge.

Where does the Ayr to Kirkstall Forge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Kirkstall Forge is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge?

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Where can I stay near Kirkstall Forge?

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Ayr to Kirkstall Forge - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Shipley
6h 25m
£37–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station183 / ...
8h 38m
£20–63
Bus via Manchester
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 Leeds City Bus Station
8h 26m
£24–53
Drive 197.5 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge197.5 mi
3h 56m
£50–72
Train, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)GLA - LBA
6h 26m
£75–163
Train
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to ShipleyCarlisle - Leeds / ...
7h 24m
£46–120
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
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 Leeds
7h 3m
£85–198

Ayr to Kirkstall Forge by train

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6h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 250 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Kirkstall Forge, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Kirkstall Forge via Glasgow Central, Carlisle, and Shipley in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Vesper Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 26m.

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