What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Haymarket via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Ayr and Edinburgh Zoo is 80 miles. The road distance is 73.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 18m and costs £14 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus which takes 2h 18m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 3009+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo 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 Glasgow to Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo Northbus Uk090
2h 18m
£15–31
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 38m
£39–75
Drive 73.2 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoocar 73.2 mi
1h 28m
£18–26
Bus via Station Road
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Station Roadbus 900
2h 27m
£15–30

Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 79.4 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Edinburgh Zoo via Glasgow and Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Edinburgh Zoo via Glasgow Central, Haymarket, Edinburgh Haymarket Station South, and Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South in around 2h 38m.

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