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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Tarbert is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Tarbert is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Tarbert?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Tarbert. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Bus Terminal via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Irvine to Tarbert?

The distance between Irvine and Tarbert is 126 miles. The road distance is 114.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Tarbert without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 54m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Irvine to Tarbert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Tarbert bus from?

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

Where does the Irvine to Tarbert bus arrive?

Irvine to Tarbert bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Tarbert?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Tarbert is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Irvine to Tarbert.

Where can I stay near Tarbert?

There are 250+ hotels available in Tarbert.

Irvine to Tarbert - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Tarbert 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 Bus Terminalbus 926
4h 54m
£31–61
Drive 113.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Tarbertcar 113.8 mi
2h 18m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Terminalbus 926
5h 27m
£29–50

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Distance: 125.2 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Irvine, Scotland and Tarbert, Argyll and Bute, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 6m.

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