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

The cheapest way to get from Inverkeithing to Ayr is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverkeithing to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Inverkeithing and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverkeithing to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Back O' Yards and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Terminal and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Inverkeithing and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Inverkeithing to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Inverkeithing and arriving at Ayr via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Inverkeithing to Ayr?

The distance between Inverkeithing and Ayr is 87 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverkeithing to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Inverkeithing to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverkeithing to Ayr bus from?

Inverkeithing to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Inverkeithing to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverkeithing to Ayr?

The best way to get from Inverkeithing to Ayr is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Inverkeithing to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Inverkeithing to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverkeithing to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverkeithing to Ayr is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Inverkeithing to Ayr.

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

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 46m
£17–35
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 18m
£42–85
Drive 73.6 mi
1. Drive from Inverkeithing to Ayrcar 73.6 mi
1h 29m
£18–26
Bus via North Approach Road
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 3m
£18–34

Inverkeithing to Ayr by train

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Distance: 86.5 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Back O' Yards to Ayr Bus Station via Terminal and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Inverkeithing to Ayr via Haymarket and Glasgow Central in around 3h 18m.

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