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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Barrhead is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Barrhead is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Barrhead?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Barrhead. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Barrhead via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Irvine to Barrhead?

The distance between Irvine and Barrhead is 37 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Barrhead without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £16 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Irvine to Barrhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Barrhead train from?

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

Where does the Irvine to Barrhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Barrhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Barrhead is 18 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Irvine to Barrhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Barrhead?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Barrhead by train, bus, taxi, 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 Central to Barrheadtrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
1h 9m
£16–30
Drive 17.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Barrheadcar 17.6 mi
23 min
£5–7
Line 11 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mill Road to Dunlop Streetbus 11
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Barrheadtrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 13m
£11–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Irvine to Barrheadtaxi 17.6 mi
23 min
£40–50

Irvine to Barrhead by train

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1h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36.6 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Barrhead via Glasgow Central in around 1h 9m.

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