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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Sheffield is to bus via Meadowhall Interchange/A3 which costs £23 - £65 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Sheffield is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Sheffield via Glasgow Central and Warrington Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Ayr to Sheffield?

The distance between Ayr and Sheffield is 319 miles. The road distance is 231.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Sheffield without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 6h 17m and costs £30 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Ayr to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Sheffield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Sheffield train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Ayr to Sheffield is to train via Warrington which takes 6h 17m and costs £30 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Ayr to Sheffield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Sheffield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Sheffield is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Ayr to Sheffield.

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

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Ayr to Sheffield - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Ayr to Sheffield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Central to Sheffield
6h 17m
£34–182
Bus via Meadowhall Interchange/A3
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 12m
£24–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2180 / ...
9h 32m
£36–58
Drive 229.7 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Sheffield229.7 mi
4h 38m
£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 11m
£78–185
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to SheffieldGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
6h 56m
£50–162
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 15m
£59–175
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 12m
£61–186
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Sheffield
6h 33m
£78–414
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sheffield
7h 24m
£111–254

Ayr to Sheffield by train and foot

146Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.5 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Sheffield via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Warrington Central in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 32m.

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