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

The cheapest way to get from Alloa to Ayr is to bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alloa to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Alloa and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Alloa to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Shillinghill and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Alloa and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Alloa to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Alloa and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Alloa to Ayr?

The distance between Alloa and Ayr is 72 miles. The road distance is 69 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alloa to Ayr without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h and costs £17 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Alloa to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Ayr bus from?

Alloa to Ayr bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Shillinghill station.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Alloa to Ayr?

The best way to get from Alloa to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £20 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 51 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Alloa to Ayr bus arrive?

Alloa to Ayr bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Alloa to Ayr train arrive?

Alloa to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Alloa to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Alloa to Ayr is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Alloa to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Alloa to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 51 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h
£17–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
4h 12m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 7m
£20–25
Drive 68.6 mi
1. Drive from Alloa to Ayrcar 68.6 mi
1h 17m
£17–25
Line 51 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Shillinghill to Bus Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
2h 34m

Alloa to Ayr by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Alloa to Ayr via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shillinghill to Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 34m.

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