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 bus between Ardrossan and Barrhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrossan to Barrhead. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Arthurlie Gardens via Midland Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

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 38 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 train which takes 1h 27m and costs £14 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Barrhead bus from?

Ardrossan to Barrhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Hill Street station.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Barrhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Ardrossan to Barrhead?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £14 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus and line 3 bus, which costs £17 - £21 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Ardrossan to Barrhead bus arrive?

Ardrossan to Barrhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Waterloo Lane 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ardrossan to Barrhead by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
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
£14–24
Drive 22 mi
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1. Drive from Ardrossan to Barrheadcar 22 mi
30 min
£6–8
Bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Waterloo Lanebus X36b / ...
2. Take the bus from Midland Street to Arthurlie Gardensbus 3
2h 13m
£17–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ardrossan to Barrheadtaxi 22 mi
30 min
£100–120

Ardrossan to Barrhead by train

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Distance: 38.2 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to Arthurlie Gardens via Waterloo Lane and Midland Street in around 2h 13m.

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