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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkintilloch to Ayr is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkintilloch to Ayr is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkintilloch and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkintilloch to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Place and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkintilloch and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkintilloch to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Lenzie and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Kirkintilloch to Ayr?

The distance between Kirkintilloch and Ayr is 45 miles. The road distance is 43.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkintilloch to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 1h 43m and costs £8 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Kirkintilloch to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkintilloch to Ayr bus from?

Kirkintilloch to Ayr bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Rochdale Place station.

Where do I catch the Kirkintilloch to Ayr train from?

Kirkintilloch to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Kirkintilloch to Ayr?

The best way to get from Kirkintilloch to Ayr is to bus which takes 1h 43m and costs £8 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Kirkintilloch to Ayr bus arrive?

Kirkintilloch to Ayr bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkintilloch to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkintilloch to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkintilloch to Ayr is 44 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Kirkintilloch to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

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There are 5 ways to get from Kirkintilloch to Ayr by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Rochdale Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X85 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
1h 43m
£8–18
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 1m
£27–48
Drive 43.6 mi
1. Drive from Kirkintilloch to Ayrcar 43.6 mi
56 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkintilloch to Ayrtaxi 43.6 mi
56 min
£90–110
Line 88 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Newdyke Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 88 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 10m
£10–20

Kirkintilloch to Ayr by bus

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Distance: 44.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Rochdale Place to Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Ayr every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 53 min.

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