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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Ayr is to bus via Newhall St which costs £25 - £50 and takes 10h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Ayr is to fly and train which takes 4h 1m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Ayr via Birmingham New Street, Preston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Solihull to Ayr?

The distance between Solihull and Ayr is 305 miles. The road distance is 292.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Ayr without a car is to train via Preston which takes 6h 58m and costs £40 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Solihull to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Ayr bus from?

Solihull to Ayr bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Ayr train from?

Solihull to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Ayr?

The best way to get from Solihull to Ayr is to train via Preston which takes 6h 58m and costs £40 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Solihull to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Solihull to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Solihull to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Ayr is 292 miles. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Solihull to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 446+ hotels available in Ayr.

Solihull to Ayr - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Solihull 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 Birmingham Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4h 1m
£43–105
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
10h 21m
£25–46
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
6h 58m
£41–211
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
9h 52m
£27–61
Drive 290.5 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Ayr290.5 mi
5h 11m
£73–105
Fly Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
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 train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4h 53m
£44–113
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Solihull to London Marylebone
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
6h 9m
£112–386
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to CarlisleRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to AuchinleckCarlisle - Glasgow Central
8h 22m
£41–152

Solihull to Ayr by train and foot

80Weekly Services

6h 58mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.8 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to Ayr via Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham New Street, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Ayr Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 52m.

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