What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr?

The fastest way to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Augustus and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Augustus to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Fort Augustus and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Augustus and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Augustus to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Spean Bridge and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Fort Augustus to Ayr?

The distance between Fort Augustus and Ayr is 171 miles. The road distance is 165.3 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Augustus to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs £23 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Augustus to Ayr bus from?

Fort Augustus to Ayr bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort Augustus station.

Where do I catch the Fort Augustus to Ayr train from?

Fort Augustus to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Spean Bridge station.

Train or bus from Fort Augustus to Ayr?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Fort Augustus to Ayr bus arrive?

Fort Augustus to Ayr bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Fort Augustus to Ayr train arrive?

Fort Augustus to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fort Augustus to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Augustus to Ayr is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Fort Augustus to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 558+ hotels available in Ayr.

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort Augustus to Ayr by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Fort William Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
6h 12m
£23–43
Train
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
6h 33m
£51–128
Drive 164.3 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Ayrcar 164.3 mi
3h 21m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
6h 40m
£40–108

Fort Augustus to Ayr by bus

105Weekly Buses

6h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.2 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Fort Augustus, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Ayr via Spean Bridge, Spean Bridge, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 33m.

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