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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Rosyth is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Rosyth is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Rosyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Rosyth. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Rosyth via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Rosyth?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Rosyth. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Rosyth via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Ayr to Rosyth?

The distance between Ayr and Rosyth is 101 miles. The road distance is 76.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Rosyth without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £28 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Ayr to Rosyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Rosyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Rosyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Rosyth?

The best way to get from Ayr to Rosyth is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh Airport, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Ayr to Rosyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Rosyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Rosyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Rosyth is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Ayr to Rosyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Rosyth?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Rosyth 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 Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2h 52m
£28–64
Drive 75.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Rosythcar 75.7 mi
1h 25m
£19–27
Bus via Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus Air / ...
3h 5m
£23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3h 12m
£21–31

Ayr to Rosyth by train and foot

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 100.1 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Rosyth via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Rosyth via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh Airport in around 3h 5m.

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