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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Applecross is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Applecross is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Applecross?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Applecross. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Ayr to Applecross?

The distance between Ayr and Applecross is 312 miles. The road distance is 236.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Applecross without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 9h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Ayr to Applecross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Applecross bus from?

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

Where does the Ayr to Applecross bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Applecross?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Applecross is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Ayr to Applecross.

Where can I stay near Applecross?

There are 363+ hotels available in Applecross.

Ayr to Applecross - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Ayr to Applecross by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Bus via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Post Office704
9h 14m
Drive 235.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Applecross235.6 mi
4h 42m
£59–85
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Plockton
5. Take the taxi from Plockton to Applecross
9h 56m
£108–206
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Post Office704
9h 30m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Post Office704
9h 41m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Post Office704
10h 2m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 310.3 mi
Duration: 9h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 6 in around 9h 14m.

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