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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Livingston is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Livingston is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Livingston?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Deer Park via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Livingston?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Livingston North via Glasgow Central Low Level and Partick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Ayr to Livingston?

The distance between Ayr and Livingston is 74 miles. The road distance is 63.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Livingston without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 45m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Ayr to Livingston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Livingston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Livingston train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Livingston?

The best way to get from Ayr to Livingston is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs £17 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Ayr to Livingston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Livingston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Livingston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Livingston is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Ayr to Livingston.

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

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Deer Parkbus Uk090
1h 45m
£23–44
Drive 62.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Livingstoncar 62.9 mi
1h 16m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Deer Parkbus Uk090
1h 55m
£17–27
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Partick to Livingston Northtrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
2h 30m
£29–48
Bus via Fastlink
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Fastlinkbus 902
3h 21m
£17–28

Ayr to Livingston by train and bus

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.1 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Deer Park via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Livingston North via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Partick in around 2h 30m.

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