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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Dunfermline is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Glasgow Central and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Ayr to Dunfermline?

The distance between Ayr and Dunfermline is 85 miles. The road distance is 74.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Dunfermline without a car is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Ayr to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Dunfermline bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Ayr to Dunfermline is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Ayr to Dunfermline bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Dunfermline train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Dunfermline is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Ayr to Dunfermline.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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Ayr to Dunfermline - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ayr to Dunfermline by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from High Street Stance B to Bus Stationbus 8A / ...
3h 4m
£18–32
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1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
3h 25m
£43–79
Drive 74.2 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Dunfermlinecar 74.2 mi
1h 25m
£18–26

Ayr to Dunfermline by bus

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Distance: 84.1 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Dunfermline Town via Glasgow Central and Haymarket in around 3h 25m.

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