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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Carnoustie is to bus via Overgate which costs £17 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Carnoustie is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Queen Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Sugarhouse Wynd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Carnoustie via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Ayr to Carnoustie?

The distance between Ayr and Carnoustie is 135 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Carnoustie without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Ayr to Carnoustie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Carnoustie bus from?

Ayr to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Carnoustie train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Ayr to Carnoustie is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Ayr to Carnoustie bus arrive?

Ayr to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Carnoustie train arrive?

Ayr to Carnoustie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Carnoustie is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Ayr to Carnoustie.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Carnoustietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 39m
£52–106
Bus via Overgate
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
3h 58m
£18–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3h 49m
£22–49
Drive 120.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Carnoustiecar 120.3 mi
2h 26m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Carnoustietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 53m
£42–90

Ayr to Carnoustie by train and foot

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Distance: 134.2 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Carnoustie via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Queen Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Sugarhouse Wynd in around 3h 49m.

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