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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Windermere is to bus and train via Glasgow which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Windermere via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Ayr to Windermere?

The distance between Ayr and Windermere is 203 miles. The road distance is 135.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Ayr to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Windermere train from?

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

Where does the Ayr to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Windermere is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Ayr to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3208+ hotels available in Windermere.

Ayr to Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 43 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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 Oxenholme Lake DistrictGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 14m
£30–103
Bus, train via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 2m
£25–51
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Windermere134.4 mi
2h 40m
£34–49
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road43 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
5h 26m
£37–83
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Castle Primary school43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Whitesands246
3. Take the train from Lockerbie to Oxenholme Lake District
7h 16m

Ayr to Windermere by train

113Weekly Trains

4h 14mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Windermere via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 14m.

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