What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr is to bus which costs £10 - £23 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Zoo and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Zoo and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Zoo and Ayr?

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

How far is it from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

The distance between Edinburgh Zoo and Ayr is 79 miles. The road distance is 72.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs £10 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr bus from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh Zoo station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr train from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs £10 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £75 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr train arrive?

Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 558+ hotels available in Ayr.

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 22m
£11–22
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 24m
£23–72
Drive 72.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayrcar 72.5 mi
1h 27m
£18–26

Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr by foot, bus, and train

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.4 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr Bus Station via Edinburgh Zoo and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr via Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North, Edinburgh Haymarket Station North, Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 24m.

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