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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Anstruther is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Anstruther is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Anstruther?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Anstruther. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Harbour via Buchanan Bus Station, Crichton Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Ayr to Anstruther?

The distance between Ayr and Anstruther is 152 miles. The road distance is 108.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Anstruther without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Ayr to Anstruther, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Anstruther bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Anstruther?

The best way to get from Ayr to Anstruther is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Ayr to Anstruther bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Anstruther?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Anstruther is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Ayr to Anstruther.

Where can I stay near Anstruther?

There are 835+ hotels available in Anstruther.

Ayr to Anstruther - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Anstruther 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
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Leuchars
4h 18m
£35–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to OvergateUk091
4h 25m
£16–32
Drive 108.1 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Anstruther108.1 mi
2h 12m
£27–39
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to DundeeGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 39m
£24–72
Bus via Clackmannan
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Victoria HospitalX27
5h 17m
£19–30

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 150.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Harbour via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Haymarket, Leuchars, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Harbour via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, Crichton Street, and Bus Station in around 4h 25m.

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