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

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Ayr is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Alexandria to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Alexandria and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Alexandria to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Gilmour Street and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Shopping Centre Entrance and West Campbell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Alexandria and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Alexandria to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Alexandria and arriving at Ayr via Dalmuir and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Alexandria to Ayr?

The distance between Alexandria and Ayr is 59 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alexandria to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £22 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Alexandria to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Ayr bus from?

Alexandria to Ayr bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Shopping Centre Entrance station.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Alexandria to Ayr?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £22 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £26 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Alexandria to Ayr bus arrive?

Alexandria to Ayr bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at James Watt Street station.

Where does the Alexandria to Ayr train arrive?

Alexandria to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmuir station.

Can I drive from Alexandria to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria to Ayr is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Alexandria to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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There are 5 ways to get from Alexandria to Ayr by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Dalmuirtrain
2. Take the train from Dalmuir to Glasgow Central Low Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
2h 6m
£23–39
Drive 48.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alexandria to Ayrcar 48.4 mi
1h
£12–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to James Watt Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 27m
£18–25
Line 757 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swindon Street to Brick Lanebus 757
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 41m
£23–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alexandria to Ayrtaxi 48.4 mi
1h
£210–260

Alexandria to Ayr by train

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Distance: 58.6 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Alexandria, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a train from Alexandria to Ayr via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gilmour Street to Ayr Bus Station via Shopping Centre Entrance, James Watt Street, and West Campbell Street in around 2h 27m.

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