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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Ayr is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via St Johns Hospital, Deer Park and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Ayr via Partick and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Ayr?

The distance between Bathgate and Ayr is 71 miles. The road distance is 57.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Bathgate to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Ayr bus from?

Bathgate to Ayr bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from St David's House station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Ayr?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus via Deer Park, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Bathgate to Ayr bus arrive?

Bathgate to Ayr bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at St Johns Hospital station.

Where does the Bathgate to Ayr train arrive?

Bathgate to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Partick station.

Can I drive from Bathgate to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Ayr is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Bathgate to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Particktrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 24m
£28–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Bus Terminalbus X27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 902
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3h 51m
£14–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Bellgrovetrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 26m
£18–33
Drive 57.4 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Ayrcar 57.4 mi
1h 12m
£15–21
Bus via Deer Park
1. Take the bus from St David's House to St Johns Hospitalbus X27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Deer Park to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
2h 59m
£16–31

Bathgate to Ayr by train

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.5 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Ayr via Partick, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Ayr Bus Station via St Johns Hospital, Deer Park, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 59m.

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