What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Stoke-on-Trent?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Stoke-on-Trent station. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Stoke-on-Trent?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance between Ayr and Stoke-on-Trent is 299 miles. The road distance is 243.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £40 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent bus from?

Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent train from?

Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent?

The best way to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent bus arrive?

Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent train arrive?

Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent?

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Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
5h 45m
£40–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
7h 35m
£26–54
Drive 241.9 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent241.9 mi
4h 14m
£60–86
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 Stoke-on-Trent
5h 42m
£77–177
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trent
7h 1m
£56–143
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trent
8h 2m
£39–82
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 International to Stoke-on-Trent
5h 24m
£53–132
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham International to Stoke-on-Trent
6h 43m
£54–145
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 Milton Keynes Central to Stoke-on-Trent
6h 28m
£89–367
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 Stoke-on-Trent
7h 3m
£70–192
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
3. Take the train from London Euston to Stoke-on-Trent
6h 20m
£140–440

Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent by train

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Distance: 297.1 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Stoke-on-Trent, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Stoke-on-Trent via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 35m.

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