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

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Ayr is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Ayr is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Aviemore Burnside Avenue and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Aviemore and arriving at Ayr via Stirling and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Ayr?

The distance between Aviemore and Ayr is 182 miles. The road distance is 167.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aviemore to Ayr without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 59m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Aviemore to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Ayr bus from?

Aviemore to Ayr bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aviemore Burnside Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Aviemore to Ayr?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Ayr is to bus which takes 4h 7m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Aviemore to Ayr bus arrive?

Aviemore to Ayr bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Aviemore to Ayr train arrive?

Aviemore to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Ayr is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Aviemore to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Aviemore to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 59m
£64–120
Bus via Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
4h 10m
£20–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aviemore Burnside Avenue to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
4h 7m
£21–35
Drive 166.6 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Ayrcar 166.6 mi
3h 10m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Stirlingtrain
2. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4h 13m
£57–136

Aviemore to Ayr by train and foot

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Aviemore Burnside Avenue to Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Stn and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aviemore to Ayr via Stirling, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 13m.

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