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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Carlisle to Ayr

Composite routes from Carlisle to Ayr

Cheapest
1 h 52 min
Car
145 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Carlisle to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02
Bus from Well Road to Bus
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.32–$7.59

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$164.55

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$88.60
Train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$37.97
Train from Carlisle to Auchinleck
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$69.62

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Ayr is to bus which costs $21.74 - $38.04 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Ayr?

The distance between Carlisle and Ayr is 229 km. The road distance is 145.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs $41.30 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Carlisle to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Ayr bus from?

Carlisle to Ayr bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Ayr train from?

Carlisle to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train, bus or fly from Carlisle to Ayr?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs $41.30 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $38.04 and takes 3h 19m. There are no good options to fly between Carlisle to Ayr.

Where does the Carlisle to Ayr bus arrive?

Carlisle to Ayr bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Carlisle to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Ayr is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Carlisle to Ayr.

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

Book your Carlisle to Ayr train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 405+ hotels available in Ayr. Prices start at $50.20 per night.
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