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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ayr Racecourse?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse station. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Ayr Racecourse?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ayr Racecourse is 89 miles. The road distance is 75.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse, including transfers.

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

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

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

Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse.

Where can I stay near Ayr Racecourse?

There are 545+ hotels available in Ayr Racecourse.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecourse by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 7m
£32–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 12m
£14–31
Drive 75.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ayr Racecoursecar 75.2 mi
1h 33m
£19–27
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 13m
£15–31

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Distance: 88.1 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Ayr Racecourse via Glasgow Central and Ayr in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Ayr Racecourse via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station in around 3h 12m.

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