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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Tarbolton is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Tarbolton is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Tarbolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Tarbolton. However, there are services departing from The Carrick and arriving at James Street via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Irvine to Tarbolton?

The distance between Irvine and Tarbolton is 19 miles. The road distance is 12.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Tarbolton without a car is to train and line 43 bus which takes 56 min and costs £8 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Irvine to Tarbolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Tarbolton bus from?

Irvine to Tarbolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from The Carrick station.

Where does the Irvine to Tarbolton bus arrive?

Irvine to Tarbolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Tarbolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Tarbolton is 12 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Irvine to Tarbolton.

Where can I stay near Tarbolton?

There are 542+ hotels available in Tarbolton.

Irvine to Tarbolton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the bus from Killoch Place to James Streetbus 343 / ...
56 min
£8–14
Drive 12.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Tarboltoncar 12.3 mi
21 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Irvine to Tarboltontaxi 12.3 mi
21 min
£28–35
Line 585 bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from The Carrick to Ayr Bus Stationbus 585 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to James Streetbus 343 / ...
1h 15m
£8–11

Irvine to Tarbolton by train and bus

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Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a bus from The Carrick to James Street via Ayr Bus Station in around 1h 15m.

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