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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Ayr is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 8h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Ayr is to fly and train which takes 3h 58m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Coventry and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Ayr via Preston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Coventry to Ayr?

The distance between Coventry and Ayr is 355 miles. The road distance is 302.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Ayr without a car is to train via Preston which takes 6h 14m and costs £35 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Coventry to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Ayr bus from?

Coventry to Ayr bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall St station.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Ayr train from?

Coventry to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Coventry station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Ayr?

The best way to get from Coventry to Ayr is to train via Preston which takes 6h 14m and costs £35 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Coventry to Ayr bus arrive?

Coventry to Ayr bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Coventry to Ayr train arrive?

Coventry to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Ayr is 303 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Coventry to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 503+ hotels available in Ayr.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Coventry 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 Coventry to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
6h 14m
£39–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUkn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
8h 38m
£27–58
Drive 301 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Ayr301 mi
5h 13m
£74–107
Fly Birmingham Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
3h 58m
£43–105
Train
1. Take the train from Coventry to CarlisleRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to AuchinleckCarlisle - Glasgow Central
7h 6m
£51–187
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
10h 34m
£28–58
Fly Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station
4h 33m
£42–113
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Coventry to Watford Junction
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5h 42m
£98–338
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Coventry to London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl 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
5h 53m
£64–213
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Coventry to London Euston
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)STN - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5h 59m
£71–218
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street 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
6h 32m
£72–202

Coventry to Ayr by train

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6h 14mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 353.1 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a train from Coventry to Ayr via Preston and Glasgow Central in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station via Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 38m.

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