What is the cheapest way to get from South Queensferry to Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from South Queensferry to Ayr is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Queensferry to Ayr?

The fastest way to get from South Queensferry to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between South Queensferry and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from South Queensferry to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Slip Road and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Terminal and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between South Queensferry and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from South Queensferry to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Dalmeny and arriving at Ayr via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from South Queensferry to Ayr?

The distance between South Queensferry and Ayr is 83 miles. The road distance is 72.3 miles.

How do I travel from South Queensferry to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from South Queensferry to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs £16 - £35.

How long does it take to get from South Queensferry to Ayr?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from South Queensferry to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Queensferry to Ayr bus from?

South Queensferry to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the South Queensferry to Ayr train from?

South Queensferry to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from South Queensferry to Ayr?

The best way to get from South Queensferry to Ayr is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the South Queensferry to Ayr bus arrive?

South Queensferry to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the South Queensferry to Ayr train arrive?

South Queensferry to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from South Queensferry to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between South Queensferry to Ayr is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from South Queensferry to Ayr.

How do I get a train ticket from South Queensferry to Ayr?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 35m
£16–34
Line 43 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Loan to St Andrew's Housebus 43
2. Take the bus from St Andrew's House to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3h 28m
£13–26
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 9m
£42–81
Drive 71.9 mi
1. Drive from South Queensferry to Ayrcar 71.9 mi
1h 30m
£18–26

South Queensferry to Ayr by bus

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Distance: 82.8 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between South Queensferry, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Slip Road to Ayr Bus Station via Terminal and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dalmeny to Ayr via Haymarket and Glasgow Central in around 3h 9m.

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