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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Ayr is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Ayr is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Smithhills Street and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via West Campbell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Ayr. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Paisley to Ayr?

The distance between Paisley and Ayr is 34 miles. The road distance is 31.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £15 - £28.

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

The train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr takes 43 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Ayr bus from?

Paisley to Ayr bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Smithhills Street station.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Ayr train from?

Paisley to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Ayr?

The best way to get from Paisley to Ayr is to train which takes 43 min and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £21 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Paisley to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paisley to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paisley to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Ayr is 32 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Paisley to Ayr.

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

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Paisley 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 Paisley to Ayr by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
43 min
£15–28
Drive 31.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paisley to Ayrcar 31.3 mi
42 min
£8–11
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Smithhills Street to Central Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
1h 40m
£16–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paisley to Ayrtaxi 31.3 mi
42 min
£65–80

Paisley to Ayr by train

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Distance: 33.8 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr hourly. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithhills Street to Ayr Bus Station via Central Station and West Campbell Street in around 1h 40m.

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