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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from St Andrew's House to Buchanan
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 Princes Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05
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

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$88.60

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$41.77
Train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$32.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ayr is to bus via St Andrew's House which costs $15.22 - $30.43 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Ayr?

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

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ayr?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ayr is 140 km. The road distance is 125.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs $28.26 - $103.26 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ayr bus from?

Edinburgh to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Ayr?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs $28.26 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20.65 - $38.04 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ayr bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ayr is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Edinburgh to Ayr.

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

Book your Edinburgh 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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