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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Whitby is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £25 - £55 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Bus Stn Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 4 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Whitby via Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Ayr to Whitby?

The distance between Ayr and Whitby is 297 miles. The road distance is 205 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Ayr to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Whitby?

The best way to get from Ayr to Whitby is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Ayr to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Whitby is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Ayr to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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Ayr to Whitby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ayr to Whitby by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 Darlington
4. Take the train from Darlington to Whitby
7h 12m
£45–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Express Lounge183
9h 36m
£23–54
Drive 203.8 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Whitby203.8 mi
4h 13m
£51–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)GLA - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitby
9h 11m
£86–159
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to WhitbyCarlisle - Whitby
8h 57m
£47–61
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11
9h 37m
£26–53

Ayr to Whitby by train and foot

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7h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.3 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Whitby via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Darlington in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bus Stn Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Express Lounge, Bus Station Stand 4, and Market Place in around 9h 36m.

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