What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and South Ayrshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to South Ayrshire. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Moorston Farm via Seagate Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and South Ayrshire?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Girvan via Kilmarnock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire?

The distance between Aberdeen and South Ayrshire is 206 miles. The road distance is 195.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to South Ayrshire bus from?

Aberdeen to South Ayrshire bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to South Ayrshire train from?

Aberdeen to South Ayrshire train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire is to bus via Dundee which takes 5h 41m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £170 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Aberdeen to South Ayrshire bus arrive?

Aberdeen to South Ayrshire bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to South Ayrshire train arrive?

Aberdeen to South Ayrshire train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to South Ayrshire is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire.

Where can I stay near South Ayrshire?

There are 554+ hotels available in South Ayrshire.

Aberdeen to South Ayrshire - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Aberdeen to South Ayrshire by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
5h
£85–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
5h 45m
£29–52
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
5h 41m
£38–75
Drive 194.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to South Ayrshirecar 194.8 mi
3h 48m
£47–68
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane ABZ - EDI
2. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus
8h 19m
£74–276
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Girvantrain Kilmarnock - Girvan / ...
6h 3m
£94–165
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane ABZ - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
7h 38m
£113–292

Aberdeen to South Ayrshire by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 205.2 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and South Ayrshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Moorston Farm via Seagate Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Ayr Bus Station in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Edlinton Terrace via Glasgow Queen Street, West Regent Lane, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Kilmarnock, Girvan, and Rail Station in around 6h 3m.

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