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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Ayr is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Ayr via Dalmuir and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Balloch to Ayr?

The distance between Balloch and Ayr is 55 miles. The road distance is 50.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Balloch to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Ayr bus from?

Balloch to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Ayr?

The best way to get from Balloch to Ayr is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs £11 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Balloch to Ayr bus arrive?

Balloch to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Balloch to Ayr train arrive?

Balloch to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmuir station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Ayr?

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

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

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Balloch to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 757 bus, and car

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
1h 57m
£12–23
Train
1. Take the train from Balloch to Dalmuirtrain
2. Take the train from Dalmuir to Glasgow Central Low Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
2h 8m
£23–39
Line 757 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swindon Street to Brick Lanebus 757
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 43m
£23–35
Drive 50.3 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Ayrcar 50.3 mi
1h
£13–19
Bus via Shopping Centre Entrance
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to James Watt Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 40m
£19–26

Balloch to Ayr by train

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Distance: 54.6 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balloch to Ayr via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 8m.

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