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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Montrose is to bus via Dundee which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Montrose is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Lloyds Pharmacy via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Montrose?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Montrose via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Irvine to Montrose?

The distance between Irvine and Montrose is 143 miles. The road distance is 129.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Irvine to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Montrose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Montrose train from?

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

Train or bus from Irvine to Montrose?

The best way to get from Irvine to Montrose is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Irvine to Montrose bus arrive?

Irvine to Montrose bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Irvine to Montrose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Montrose is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Irvine to Montrose.

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

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Where can I stay near Montrose?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Montrose 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 Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 34m
£64–120
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Montrose High Streetbus Ember
5h 1m
£27–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Lloyds Pharmacybus X7
4h 32m
£32–54
Drive 128.6 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Montrosecar 128.6 mi
2h 41m
£32–46

Irvine to Montrose by train and bus

106Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.3 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Montrose via Glasgow Central, Central Station Forecourt, George Square, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Road to Lloyds Pharmacy via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 32m.

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