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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £12 - £40 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Ayr to Aberdeen?

The distance between Ayr and Aberdeen is 185 miles. The road distance is 176.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Aberdeen without a car is to bus which takes 4h 29m and costs £12 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Ayr to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Aberdeen bus from?

Ayr to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Ayr to Aberdeen is to bus which takes 4h 29m and costs £12 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Ayr to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Ayr to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Aberdeen is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Ayr to Aberdeen.

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

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Ayr to Aberdeen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ayr to Aberdeen by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationUk091
4h 29m
£13–38
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to AberdeenGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 32m
£32–97
Drive 175 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Aberdeen175 mi
3h 9m
£44–63
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)GLA - ABZ
5h 32m
£89–209
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
3. Take the bus from Hebrides Drive to Union Square Bus StationM9 / ...
4h 41m
£27–39
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)EDI - ABZ
6h 30m
£55–215

Ayr to Aberdeen by train and foot

109Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.2 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Aberdeen via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 32m.

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