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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Arbroath is to bus and line 72 bus which costs £13 - £27 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Arbroath is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Ayr to Arbroath?

The distance between Ayr and Arbroath is 141 miles. The road distance is 127.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Ayr to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Ayr to Arbroath is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Ayr to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Arbroath?

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

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

Book your Ayr to Arbroath train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Arbroath?

There are 215+ hotels available in Arbroath.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Arbroath 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 CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ArbroathGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 38m
£43–51
Bus, line 72 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgate
3. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Station72 / ...
4h 2m
£14–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationmegabus M9 / ...
3h 53m
£19–28
Drive 126.6 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Arbroath126.6 mi
2h 28m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ArbroathGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 47m
£43–47

Ayr to Arbroath by train and foot

115Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 140.5 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Arbroath via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52, and Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 53m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.