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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Ayr is to bus via John Dobson Street which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Ayr is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Ayr via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Ayr?

The distance between Gateshead and Ayr is 211 miles. The road distance is 147.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Gateshead to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Ayr bus from?

Gateshead to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Ayr train from?

Gateshead to Ayr train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Ayr?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Ayr is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Gateshead to Ayr bus arrive?

Gateshead to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Gateshead to Ayr train arrive?

Gateshead to Ayr train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Ayr is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Gateshead to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Gateshead to Ayr - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 42 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4h 24m
£64–164
Bus via John Dobson Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
5h 18m
£26–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
5h 3m
£38–81
Drive 146.2 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Ayrcar 146.2 mi
2h 56m
£36–52
Fly, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane NCL - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
6h 3m
£73–196
Train, line 42 bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain
3. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
4h 59m
£56–117

Gateshead to Ayr by train

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.8 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Ayr via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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