What is the cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead?

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead?

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct train between Ardrossan and Barrhead?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan to Barrhead. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Town and arriving at Barrhead via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Barrhead?

The distance between Ardrossan and Barrhead is 29 miles. The road distance is 22.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ardrossan to Barrhead without a car?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead without a car is to line 11 bus and train and line 51 bus which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Barrhead train from?

Ardrossan to Barrhead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ardrossan Town station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Barrhead train arrive?

Ardrossan to Barrhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Barrhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Barrhead is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Ardrossan to Barrhead.

How do I get a train ticket from Ardrossan to Barrhead?

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Where can I stay near Barrhead?

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Ardrossan to Barrhead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 11 bus, train, line 51 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to McGavin Waybus 11 / ...
2. Take the train from Kilwinning to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Piazza Shopping Centre to Cogan Streetbus 166 / ...
1h 21m
£16–22
Drive 22 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Barrheadcar 22 mi
30 min
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Barrheadtrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
1h 27m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ardrossan to Barrheadtaxi 22 mi
30 min
£100–120
Line 11 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Dunlop Streetbus 11
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Barrheadtrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 4m
£12–19

Ardrossan to Barrhead by bus and train

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Distance: 28.6 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Ardrossan, Scotland and Barrhead, Scotland?

You can take a train from Ardrossan Town to Barrhead via Glasgow Central in around 1h 27m.

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