What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 12h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr is to train and fly which takes 5h 53m and costs £55 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Butlin's Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Craig Tara Holiday Park via Buchanan Bus Station and Wellington Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr?

The distance between Cardiff and Butlin's Ayr is 427 miles. The road distance is 369.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr without a car is to train which takes 8h 48m and costs £60 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr?

It takes approximately 8h 48m to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr bus from?

Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr is to train which takes 8h 48m and costs £60 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr bus arrive?

Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr is 370 miles. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr.

Where can I stay near Butlin's Ayr?

There are 504+ hotels available in Butlin's Ayr.

Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr 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 Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
8h 48m
£64–232
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
13h 59m
£31–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
12h 11m
£33–49
Drive 367.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Butlin's Ayr367.7 mi
7h 13m
£92–133
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5h 53m
£58–144
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinleck
9h 45m
£77–194
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
6h 59m
£55–157
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
6h 46m
£74–207
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
7h 8m
£79–224

Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

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Distance: 424.7 mi
Duration: 8h 48m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Butlin's Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Butlin's Ayr via Crewe, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Beresford Terrace, and Craig Tara Holiday Park in around 8h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Butlin's Ayr via Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station, Wellington Square, and Craig Tara Holiday Park in around 12h 11m.

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