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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Auchinleck is to line 43 bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Auchinleck is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Auchinleck?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ayr Bus Station station and arriving at Well Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Auchinleck?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Auchinleck. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Auchinleck via Kilmarnock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Ayr to Auchinleck?

The distance between Ayr and Auchinleck is 20 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Auchinleck without a car is to line 43 bus which takes 59 min and costs £3 - £6.

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

The line 43 bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road takes 59 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Auchinleck bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Auchinleck train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Auchinleck?

The best way to get from Ayr to Auchinleck is to line 43 bus which takes 59 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £20 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Ayr to Auchinleck bus arrive?

Ayr to Auchinleck bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Well Road station.

Where does the Ayr to Auchinleck train arrive?

Ayr to Auchinleck train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilmarnock station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Auchinleck?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Auchinleck is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Ayr to Auchinleck.

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

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Where can I stay near Auchinleck?

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Ayr to Auchinleck - 4 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Auchinleck by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 43 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road43 / ...
59 min
£3–6
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to KilmarnockGirvan - Kilmarnock / ...
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to AuchinleckGlasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
1h 40m
£8–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ayr to Auchinleck15.6 mi
25 min
£35–45
Drive 15.6 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Auchinleck15.6 mi
25 min
£4–6

Ayr to Auchinleck by bus

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Auchinleck via Kilmarnock in around 1h 40m.

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