The average bus between Dalkeith and Ayr takes 3h 41m and the fastest bus takes 3h 10m. The bus runs at least 2 times per hour from Dalkeith to Ayr. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 30 minutes between Dalkeith and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dalkeith is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Ayr at 2:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Princes Street and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dalkeith to Ayr? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Dalkeith to Ayr. However, there are services departing from South Street station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Princes Street station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Dalkeith to Ayr bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from South Street station.
Dalkeith to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.
The distance between Dalkeith and Ayr is 109.2 km. The road distance is 130 km.
You can take a bus from South Street to Ayr Bus Station via Princes Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 36m.