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

The cheapest way to get from Keswick to Ayr is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Keswick to Ayr is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Keswick and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Keswick to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Greta Bank and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station, Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Keswick to Ayr?

The distance between Keswick and Ayr is 179 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

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

The best way to get from Keswick to Ayr without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 52m and costs £21 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Keswick to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keswick to Ayr bus from?

Keswick to Ayr bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where does the Keswick to Ayr bus arrive?

Keswick to Ayr bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Keswick to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Keswick to Ayr is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Keswick to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 141+ hotels available in Ayr.

Keswick to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 42 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Keswick to Ayr by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Greta Bank to Rail Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3h 52m
£22–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
5h 52m
Drive 117.3 mi
1. Drive from Keswick to Ayrcar 117.3 mi
2h 31m
£29–42
Train, line 42 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
4h 54m
£33–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lockerbietrain
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Castle Primary schoolbus 246
3. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Ayr Bus Stationbus 43 / ...
6h 55m

Keswick to Ayr by bus and train

162Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 177.6 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Keswick, Cumbria, England and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Greta Bank to Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station, Wetherspoons, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 52m.

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