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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ayr to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Ayr to Edinburgh

Cheapest
1 h 31 min
Car
127 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
westscotland.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Bus Station to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$88.60

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Ayr to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$37.97
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$36.71

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus via St Andrew's House which costs $15.22 - $30.43 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Ayr (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr (Station) station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ayr (Station) and Edinburgh is 140 km. The road distance is 127.1 km.

How do I travel from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs $29.35 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs $29.35 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20.65 - $38.04 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh?

Book your Ayr (Station) to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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