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Ayr to The Scottish Borders

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Five ways to Travel from Ayr to The Scottish Borders

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Cheapest
By car (141 km)
1 h 52 min
141 km.
from $7
Other
Rideshare
1 h 52 min
141 km.
from $5.36
Train
4 h
114 km.
from $104.67
Bus
5 h 17 min
114 km.
from $40.86
Bus via A7 Boleside Hail & Ride
5 h 18 min
114 km.
from $36.61

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
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

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 Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
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

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Email:
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to A7
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$8.86

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

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
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$25.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders is to bus which costs $21.74 - $38.04 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $28.26 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Galashiels Transport Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Galashiels via Glasgow Central and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

The distance between Ayr and The Scottish Borders is 192 km. The road distance is 140.8 km.

How do I travel from Ayr to The Scottish Borders without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $39.13 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to The Scottish Borders bus from?

Ayr to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to The Scottish Borders train from?

Ayr to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

The best way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders is to train which takes 4h and costs $39.13 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $38.04 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Ayr to The Scottish Borders bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to The Scottish Borders train arrive?

Ayr to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to The Scottish Borders is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Ayr to The Scottish Borders.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

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Where can I stay near The Scottish Borders?

There are 316+ hotels available in The Scottish Borders. Prices start at $75.10 per night.
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