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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Lochgilphead is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Lochgilphead is to drive which takes 2h and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Lochgilphead?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Lochgilphead. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Lochnell Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Irvine to Lochgilphead?

The distance between Irvine and Lochgilphead is 112 miles. The road distance is 101 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Lochgilphead without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 24m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Irvine to Lochgilphead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Lochgilphead bus from?

Irvine to Lochgilphead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Irvine to Lochgilphead bus arrive?

Irvine to Lochgilphead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Lochnell Street station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Lochgilphead?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Lochgilphead is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Irvine to Lochgilphead.

Where can I stay near Lochgilphead?

There are 205+ hotels available in Lochgilphead.

Irvine to Lochgilphead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Lochnell Streetbus 926
4h 24m
£28–55
Drive 100.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Lochgilpheadcar 100.4 mi
2h
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lochnell Streetbus 926
4h 57m
£26–44
Drive via Greenock 89.9 mi
1. Drive from Gourock to Lochgilpheadcar 89.9 mi
3h 4m
£39–68

Irvine to Lochgilphead by train and bus

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4h 24mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.5 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lochnell Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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