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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Rotherham is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Rotherham is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Corporation Street/Bridge Street via Glasgow and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Rotherham Central via Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Ayr to Rotherham?

The distance between Ayr and Rotherham is 338 miles. The road distance is 228.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Rotherham without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £60 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Ayr to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Rotherham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Rotherham train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Ayr to Rotherham is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £60 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Ayr to Rotherham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Rotherham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Rotherham is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Ayr to Rotherham.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotherham?

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

There are 8 ways to get from Ayr to Rotherham 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 Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster
6h 11m
£64–181
Bus via Westgate/Main Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk010 / ...
10h 17m
£21–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Sheffield Meadowhall InterchangeUk010 / ...
10h 15m
£24–52
Drive 227.4 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Rotherham227.4 mi
4h 36m
£57–82
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 Piccadilly to Sheffield
6h 43m
£80–191
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Rotherham Central
8h 46m
£54–128
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 Sheffield
5h 47m
£61–181
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham 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 Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
6h 44m
£63–192

Ayr to Rotherham by train and foot

148Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335.9 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Rotherham Central via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Doncaster in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Corporation Street/Bridge Street via Glasgow and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 10h 15m.

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