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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Matlock is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 11h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Matlock is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Causeway Lane via Buchanan Bus Station and Sheffield Interchange/D4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Matlock via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, Crewe and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Ayr to Matlock?

The distance between Ayr and Matlock is 379 miles. The road distance is 253.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs £190 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Ayr to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Matlock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Matlock train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Matlock?

The best way to get from Ayr to Matlock is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs £190 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the Ayr to Matlock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Matlock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Matlock is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Ayr to Matlock.

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

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Ayr to Matlock - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 43 bus

There are 10 ways to get from Ayr to Matlock 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 Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Chesterfieldtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
8h 28m
£191–277
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 180
11h 35m
£59–143
Drive 252 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Matlockcar 252 mi
4h 48m
£63–91
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
5h 56m
£75–162
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain
8h 29m
£134–229
Line 43 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Roadbus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
5. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
9h 48m
£89–164
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfieldtrain
8h 23m
£99–205
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
7h 17m
£103–207
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Ketteringtrain
4. Take the train from Kettering to Leicestertrain
5. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
7h 20m
£109–212
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derbytrain
7h 47m
£163–445

Ayr to Matlock by train, foot, and bus

13Weekly Services

8h 28mAverage Duration

£191Cheapest Price

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Distance: 377.3 mi
Duration: 8h 28m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Causeway Lane via Glasgow Central, Chesterfield, and Cavendish Street in around 8h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Causeway Lane via Buchanan Bus Station and Sheffield Interchange/D4 in around 11h 35m.

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