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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Ayr is to train and bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 11h 40m.

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 48m and costs £35 - £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 47m.

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 6m.

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 6m and costs £65 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m 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 6m and costs £65 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 9h 47m.

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 15m 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 477+ hotels available in Ayr.

Luton to Ayr - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 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 Luton Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
2h 48m
£37–112
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bletchley to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
11h 40m
£31–106
Train
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
7h 6m
£65–233
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 595 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
9h 47m
£36–79
Drive 364.5 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Ayrcar 364.5 mi
6h 15m
£88–127
Fly Luton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4h 6m
£54–154
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
5h 8m
£99–272
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
5h 3m
£99–262
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain
9h 47m
£75–283

Luton to Ayr by train and foot

139Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 357.7 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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 6m. 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 47m.

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