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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Ayr is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Shopping Centre Entrance and West Campbell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Ayr?

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

How far is it from Helensburgh to Ayr?

The distance between Helensburgh and Ayr is 63 miles. The road distance is 54 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Helensburgh to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Ayr bus from?

Helensburgh to Ayr bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Helensburgh station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Ayr train from?

Helensburgh to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helensburgh Central station.

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Ayr?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Ayr is to train which takes 2h and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 206 bus and bus, which costs £19 - £27 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Ayr bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Ayr bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Shopping Centre Entrance station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Ayr train arrive?

Helensburgh to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Partick station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Ayr is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Helensburgh to Ayr.

How do I get a train ticket from Helensburgh to Ayr?

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Helensburgh to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, line 206 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Helensburgh to Ayr by train, bus, car, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Particktrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h
£25–41
Drive 53.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Ayrcar 53.7 mi
1h 10m
£14–20
Line 206 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Helensburgh station to Shopping Centre Entrancebus 206
2. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to James Watt Streetbus 1A / ...
3. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
2h 47m
£20–27
Line 757 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swindon Street to Brick Lanebus 757
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 45m
£25–37
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Colquhoun Square to Kilcreggan Pierbus 316
2. Take the ferry from Kilcreggan Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry Terminalferry
3. Take the bus from Manse Court to Ayr Bus Stationbus 585
4h 19m

Helensburgh to Ayr by train

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Distance: 62.7 mi
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Ayr via Partick, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Ayr Bus Station via Shopping Centre Entrance, James Watt Street, and West Campbell Street in around 2h 47m.

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