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

The cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Ayr is to line 72 bus and bus which costs £13 - £28 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arbroath to Ayr is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Arbroath and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Arbroath station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Arbroath and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Arbroath and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Arbroath to Ayr?

The distance between Arbroath and Ayr is 136 miles. The road distance is 127.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arbroath to Ayr without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Arbroath to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Ayr bus from?

Arbroath to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Arbroath to Ayr?

The best way to get from Arbroath to Ayr is to bus which takes 3h 33m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Arbroath to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Arbroath to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arbroath to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Arbroath to Ayr is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Arbroath to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Arbroath to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 72 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Glasgow Queen StreetAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
3h 6m
£43–72
Line 72 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Keptie Motors to Nethergate72 / ...
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
4h 2m
£14–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
3h 33m
£18–32
Drive 126.6 mi
1. Drive from Arbroath to Ayr126.6 mi
2h 28m
£32–45
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Glasgow Queen StreetAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 14m
£46–77

Arbroath to Ayr by train, foot, and bus

107Weekly Services

3h 6mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.3 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Arbroath to Ayr via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 3h 14m.

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