What is the cheapest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr?

The fastest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Galloway and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Barbuie Br Road End and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Cross and Castle Primary school. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr?

The distance between Dumfries and Galloway and Ayr is 71 miles. The road distance is 53.7 miles.

How do I travel from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr without a car is to train and line 42 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £25 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr bus from?

Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr bus services, operated by W Brownrigg, depart from Barbuie Br Road End station.

Where does the Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr bus arrive?

Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr bus services, operated by W Brownrigg, arrive at Health Centre station.

Can I drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 552+ hotels available in Ayr.

Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayr by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 42 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
3h 12m
£26–44
Drive 53.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Ayrcar 53.4 mi
1h 21m
£13–19
Line 202 bus, line 246 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Barbuie Br Road End to Health Centrebus 202
2. Take the bus from Cross to Castle Primary schoolbus 246
3. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Ayr Bus Stationbus 43 / ...
4h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Road End to Port Rodiebus 500
2. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Stationbus 923
4h 48m

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Barbuie Br Road End to Ayr Bus Station via Health Centre, Cross, and Castle Primary school in around 4h 47m.

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