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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Ayr is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Ayr is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Carrick and arriving at Cathcart Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Irvine and arriving at Ayr. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Irvine to Ayr?

The distance between Irvine and Ayr is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

The train from Irvine to Ayr takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Ayr bus from?

Irvine to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from The Carrick station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Irvine to Ayr?

The best way to get from Irvine to Ayr is to train which takes 20 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 585 bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Irvine to Ayr bus arrive?

Irvine to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Cathcart Street station.

Where does the Irvine to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Ayr is 13 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Irvine to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Irvine to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, line 585 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
20 min
£5–10
Drive 12.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Ayrcar 12.6 mi
18 min
£4–5
Line 585 bus
1. Take the bus from The Carrick to Cathcart Streetbus 14 / ...
34 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Irvine to Ayrtaxi 12.6 mi
18 min
£29–35

Irvine to Ayr by train

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Distance: 11.3 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Irvine to Ayr every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from The Carrick to Cathcart Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 34 min.

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