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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Forth is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Forth is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Forth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Forth. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Kirk Green via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Forth?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Forth. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Lanark via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Ayr to Forth?

The distance between Ayr and Forth is 78 miles. The road distance is 50.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Forth without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Ayr to Forth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Forth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Forth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Forth?

The best way to get from Ayr to Forth is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Ayr to Forth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Forth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Forth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Forth is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Ayr to Forth.

Where can I stay near Forth?

There are 511+ hotels available in Forth.

Ayr to Forth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 240 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Forth 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 Central to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark
3h 23m
£29–53
Drive 50.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Forthcar 50.3 mi
1h 11m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Woodstock Streetbus 240X
4h 24m
Bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X77
2. Take the bus from Bath Lane to Pollock Streetbus 240
3. Take the bus from Pollock Street to Woodstock Streetbus 41 / ...
4h 43m
£17–27

Ayr to Forth by train and bus

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3h 23mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.9 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Forth, South Lanarkshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Ayr to Kirk Green via Glasgow Central, Lanark, and High Street in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Kirk Green via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street in around 4h 24m.

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