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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Ayr is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Ayr is to train and fly which takes 4h 42m and costs £50 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Ayr via Birmingham New Street, Preston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Ayr?

The distance between Cheltenham and Ayr is 382 miles. The road distance is 329.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Ayr without a car is to train via Preston which takes 7h 3m and costs £50 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Cheltenham to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Ayr bus from?

Cheltenham to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Ayr train from?

Cheltenham to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Ayr?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Ayr is to train via Preston which takes 7h 3m and costs £50 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Ayr bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Ayr train arrive?

Cheltenham to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Ayr is 329 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Cheltenham to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 501+ hotels available in Ayr.

Cheltenham to Ayr - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Cheltenham to 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 via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
7h 3m
£51–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Lordswood Rd100
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
9h 20m
£39–96
Drive 327.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Ayr327.5 mi
5h 37m
£80–116
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa 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
4h 58m
£56–130
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinleck
8h 9m
£75–224
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Glasgow CentralPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
8h 12m
£184–565
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa 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
4h 42m
£54–149
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station
5h 35m
£53–138
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station
5h 19m
£53–152
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
6h 19m
£124–423
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
6h 47m
£94–313

Cheltenham to Ayr by train

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7h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 379.5 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Ayr via Birmingham New Street, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 20m.

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