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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Ayr is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Ayr is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Ayr via Oxenholme Lake District and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Windermere to Ayr?

The distance between Windermere and Ayr is 203 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Windermere to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Ayr train from?

Windermere to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Windermere to Ayr train arrive?

Windermere to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Ayr is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Windermere to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 243+ hotels available in Ayr.

Windermere to Ayr - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 42 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Windermere to Ayr by train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 56m
£72–137
Drive 135.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Windermere to Ayrcar 135.7 mi
2h 46m
£34–49
Train, line 42 bus
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain
3. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
5h 9m
£54–102

Windermere to Ayr by train

114Weekly Trains

3h 56mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.6 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Ayr via Oxenholme Lake District and Glasgow Central in around 3h 56m.

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