What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Arbroath is to line 11 bus and bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Arbroath is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Bus Station via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Irvine to Arbroath?

The distance between Irvine and Arbroath is 130 miles. The road distance is 117 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Arbroath without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Arbroath?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Irvine to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Arbroath bus from?

Irvine to Arbroath bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Arbroath train from?

Irvine to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Irvine to Arbroath is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Irvine to Arbroath bus arrive?

Irvine to Arbroath bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Irvine to Arbroath train arrive?

Irvine to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Arbroath is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Irvine to Arbroath.

How do I get a train ticket from Irvine to Arbroath?

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Irvine to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 11 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Arbroath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 16m
£54–110
Line 11 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mill Road to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus 11
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
4. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus
4h 37m
£25–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 2m
£30–51
Drive 116.3 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Arbroathcar 116.3 mi
2h 23m
£29–41

Irvine to Arbroath by train and bus

112Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Irvine, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

You can take a train from Irvine to Arbroath via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Dundas Street, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Road to Bus Station via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 2m.

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