What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £40.

How far is it from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway?

The distance between Ayr and Bowness-on-Solway is 120 miles. The road distance is 102.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 23m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Solway?

There are 478+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Solway.

Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and line 43 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway by train, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to AnnanGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the taxi from Annan to Bowness-on-Solway
3h 23m
£88–132
Drive 101.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway101.7 mi
2h 6m
£26–37
Line 43 bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road43 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Annan
3. Take the taxi from Annan to Bowness-on-Solway
3h 42m
£85–125
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Castle Primary school343 / ...
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Whitesands246
3. Take the taxi from War Memorial to Bowness-on-Solway
6h 2m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 119 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Bowness-on-Solway, England?

There is no direct connection from Ayr to Bowness-on-Solway. However, you can take the train to Kilmarnock, take the train to Annan, then take the taxi to Bowness-on-Solway. Alternatively, you can take the line 43 bus to Well Road, walk to Auchinleck, take the train to Annan, then take the taxi to Bowness-on-Solway.

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