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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Ayr is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcudbright and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcudbright to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Square Shelter and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Park and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Kirkcudbright to Ayr?

The distance between Kirkcudbright and Ayr is 93 miles. The road distance is 56 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcudbright to Ayr without a car is to bus and train and line 42 bus which takes 4h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Kirkcudbright to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcudbright to Ayr bus from?

Kirkcudbright to Ayr bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Park station.

Where does the Kirkcudbright to Ayr bus arrive?

Kirkcudbright to Ayr bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Port Rodie station.

Can I drive from Kirkcudbright to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcudbright to Ayr is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Kirkcudbright to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 545+ hotels available in Ayr.

Kirkcudbright to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 42 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train, line 42 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gallery to Dumfries stationbus 555
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Auchinlecktrain
3. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
4h 20m
Drive 55.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkcudbright to Ayrcar 55.6 mi
1h 11m
£14–20
Bus, train, line 42 bus via Swimming Pool
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Auchinlecktrain
3. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
4h 28m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park to Port Rodiebus 500
2. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Stationbus 923
5h 44m

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Distance: 92.8 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Harbour Square Shelter to Ayr Bus Station via Carlingwark Street, Park, and Port Rodie in around 5h 44m.

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