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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Scunthorpe is to bus and train via Sheffield which costs £30 - £80 and takes 10h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Scunthorpe via Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Ayr to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Ayr and Scunthorpe is 348 miles. The road distance is 250.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £70 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Ayr to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Scunthorpe train from?

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

Where does the Ayr to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Scunthorpe is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Ayr to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 297+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Ayr to Scunthorpe 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 13m
£70–201
Bus, train via Sheffield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpe
10h 41m
£31–78
Drive 248.8 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Scunthorpe248.8 mi
4h 34m
£63–91
Train, fly to Humberside Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Humberside Airport (HUY)GLA - HUY
7h 28m
£122–512
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to DoncasterGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
7h 18m
£83–119
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 Doncaster
8h 49m
£55–154
Train, fly to Birmingham Airport
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
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
6h 41m
£68–219

Ayr to Scunthorpe by train and foot

169Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346.1 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Scunthorpe via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Doncaster in around 6h 13m.

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