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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Carnoustie is to bus and line 73 bus via Overgate which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Carnoustie is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Queen Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Sugarhouse Wynd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Carnoustie via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Irvine to Carnoustie?

The distance between Irvine and Carnoustie is 124 miles. The road distance is 110.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Carnoustie without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Irvine to Carnoustie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Carnoustie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Carnoustie train from?

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

Train or bus from Irvine to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Irvine to Carnoustie is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 73 bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Irvine to Carnoustie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to Carnoustie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Carnoustie is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Irvine to Carnoustie.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

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Irvine to Carnoustie - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 73 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Carnoustie 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 Carnoustietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 15m
£54–105
Bus, line 73 bus via Overgate
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from High Street to Queen Streetbus 73B / ...
4h 16m
£23–38
Bus, line 73 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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sugarhouse Wynd to Queen Streetbus 73B / ...
4h 11m
£29–49
Drive 110.1 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Carnoustiecar 110.1 mi
2h 20m
£27–39

Irvine to Carnoustie by train and bus

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.9 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Carnoustie via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Dundas Street, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Road to Queen Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Sugarhouse Wynd in around 4h 11m.

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