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

The cheapest way to get from Glenrothes to Ayr is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glenrothes to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Glenrothes and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Glenrothes station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Glenrothes and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Glenrothes to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Glenrothes with Thornton and arriving at Ayr via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Glenrothes to Ayr?

The distance between Glenrothes and Ayr is 96 miles. The road distance is 91.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Glenrothes to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to Ayr bus from?

Glenrothes to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to Ayr train from?

Glenrothes to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Train or bus from Glenrothes to Ayr?

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Ayr is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Glenrothes to Ayr bus arrive?

Glenrothes to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Glenrothes to Ayr train arrive?

Glenrothes to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Glenrothes to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenrothes to Ayr is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Glenrothes to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 552+ hotels available in Ayr.

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3h 19m
£19–35
Train
1. Take the train from Glenrothes with Thornton to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4h 37m
£52–102
Drive 90.8 mi
1. Drive from Glenrothes to Ayrcar 90.8 mi
1h 47m
£23–32

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Distance: 95.2 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Auchmuty Road to Ayr via Railway Station, Glenrothes with Thornton, Haymarket, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 37m.

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