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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Runcorn is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Runcorn is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Ayr to Runcorn?

The distance between Ayr and Runcorn is 270 miles. The road distance is 213.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £28 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Ayr to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Runcorn bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Ayr to Runcorn is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £28 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Ayr to Runcorn bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Runcorn is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Ayr to Runcorn.

Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2716+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Ayr to Runcorn 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 CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
5h 10m
£28–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
7h 33m
£44–72
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Runcorn211.8 mi
3h 51m
£53–76
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
6h 11m
£76–173
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Station79C / ...
6h 55m
£39–122
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
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 Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
6h 44m
£77–199
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 Wolverhampton to Runcorn
5h 46m
£81–169
Train to Glasgow Airport, 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
6h 54m
£79–175

Ayr to Runcorn by train and bus

146Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.2 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, Warrington Bank Quay Station, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 33m.

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