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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Ayr is to bus via London which costs £30 - £90 and takes 11h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Ayr is to fly and train which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Ayr via London Euston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Luton to Ayr?

The distance between Luton and Ayr is 360 miles. The road distance is 366.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs £60 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Luton to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Ayr bus from?

Luton to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Luton to Ayr train from?

Luton to Ayr train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Ayr?

The best way to get from Luton to Ayr is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs £60 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 44m.

Where does the Luton to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Ayr train arrive?

Luton to Ayr train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Ayr is 367 miles. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Luton to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 501+ hotels available in Ayr.

Luton to Ayr - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Luton to Ayr by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
2h 50m
£41–120
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
11h 19m
£30–86
Train
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
7h 7m
£64–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Buchanan Bus Station595 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
9h 44m
£42–83
Drive 364.5 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Ayr364.5 mi
6h 12m
£89–129
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station
3h 27m
£43–138
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Coventry
2. Take the train from Coventry to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinleck
9h 55m
£63–243

Luton to Ayr by train and foot

139Weekly Services

7h 7mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 358 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Ayr via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Ayr Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 44m.

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