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How to get fromIsle of Bute to Ayrby ferry, train, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Isle of Bute to Ayr by ferry, train, or bus

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  1. Ferry, train

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm3
    2. Take the train from Wemyss Bay to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain train
    3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain train
    2h 48m
    £27–63

  2. Ferry, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm3
    2. Take the bus from Manse Court to Ayr Bus Stationbus bus 585
    2h 59m
    £20–38

Isle of Bute to Ayr by ferry and train

Calendar184Weekly Services
Duration2h 48mAverage Duration
Ticket£27Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 64.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Isle of Bute, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Isle of Bute to Ayr. However, you can take the ferry to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, walk to Wemyss Bay, take the train to Paisley Gilmour Street, then take the train to Ayr. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Ayr Bus Station via Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, Wemyss Bay Station, and Manse Court in around 2h 59m.

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