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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Buckie is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Buckie is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Buckie?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Buckie. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Shanks Lane via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 4 and Reiket Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Ayr to Buckie?

The distance between Ayr and Buckie is 260 miles. The road distance is 215.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Buckie without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 30m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Ayr to Buckie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Buckie bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Buckie?

The best way to get from Ayr to Buckie is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 30m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Ayr to Buckie bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Buckie?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Buckie is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Ayr to Buckie.

Where can I stay near Buckie?

There are 365+ hotels available in Buckie.

Ayr to Buckie - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ayr to Buckie by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Station
6h 30m
£90–179
Bus
cheapest
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 4 to Reiket LaneM96
8h 28m
£28–64
Bus via Inverness
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 4 to Reiket LaneM96
8h 17m
Drive 213.9 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Buckie213.9 mi
4h 17m
£54–78
Train, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)GLA - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Reidhaven Square
8h 20m
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
8h 10m
£37–124
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
8h 9m
£115–276

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) flights

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4h 20mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.5 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Buckie via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen, and Keith Station in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Shanks Lane via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, Bus Station Stance 4, and Reiket Lane in around 8h 17m.

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