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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Braemar is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Braemar is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Braemar?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Braemar. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Invercauld Arms Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Ayr to Braemar?

The distance between Ayr and Braemar is 177 miles. The road distance is 142.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Braemar without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Ayr to Braemar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Braemar bus from?

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

Where does the Ayr to Braemar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Braemar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Braemar is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Ayr to Braemar.

Where can I stay near Braemar?

There are 136+ hotels available in Braemar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Braemar 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
5h 44m
Drive 141.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Braemar141.8 mi
2h 41m
£35–51
Bus
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 Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
5h 48m
Bus via Dundee
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 Station
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
5h 52m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
5h 53m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 176.3 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Invercauld Arms Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Railway Station in around 5h 48m.

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