What is the cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Ayr is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Johnstone to Ayr?

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Ayr is to train which takes 39 min and costs £13 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from St Margarets Nursery School and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via West Campbell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Johnstone and arriving at Ayr. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Johnstone to Ayr?

The distance between Johnstone and Ayr is 31 miles. The road distance is 30.6 miles.

How do I travel from Johnstone to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £13 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Johnstone to Ayr?

The train from Johnstone to Ayr takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Ayr bus from?

Johnstone to Ayr bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from St Margarets Nursery School station.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Ayr train from?

Johnstone to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Johnstone station.

Train or bus from Johnstone to Ayr?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Ayr is to train which takes 39 min and costs £13 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £21 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Johnstone to Ayr bus arrive?

Johnstone to Ayr bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Johnstone to Ayr train arrive?

Johnstone to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Johnstone to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Ayr is 31 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Johnstone to Ayr.

How do I get a train ticket from Johnstone to Ayr?

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Johnstone to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Johnstone to Ayr by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Johnstone to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
39 min
£13–25
Drive 30.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Johnstone to Ayrcar 30.4 mi
39 min
£8–11
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Central Stationbus 38
2. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 4m
£16–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Johnstone to Ayrtaxi 30.4 mi
39 min
£65–80

Johnstone to Ayr by train

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Johnstone, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Johnstone to Ayr hourly. Tickets cost £13–25 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Ayr Bus Station via Central Station and West Campbell Street in around 2h 4m.

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