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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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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 to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh is to bus via St Andrew's House which costs $15.22 - $30.43 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr 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 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr 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 to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ayr and Edinburgh is 134 km. The road distance is 127.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $20.65 - $38.04 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Ayr to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Ayr to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $20.65 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $108.70 and takes 2h 40m. There are no good options to fly between Ayr to Edinburgh.

Where does the Ayr to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Edinburgh is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Ayr to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Ayr 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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