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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Carrbridge is to bus via Glasgow which costs £16 - £30 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Carrbridge is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Carrbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Carrbridge. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Car Park via Buchanan Bus Station and Cairngorm Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Carrbridge?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Carrbridge. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Carrbridge via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Ayr to Carrbridge?

The distance between Ayr and Carrbridge is 194 miles. The road distance is 174 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Carrbridge without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Ayr to Carrbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Carrbridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Carrbridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Carrbridge?

The best way to get from Ayr to Carrbridge is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Ayr to Carrbridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Carrbridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Carrbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Carrbridge is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ayr to Carrbridge.

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

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Where can I stay near Carrbridge?

There are 396+ hotels available in Carrbridge.

Ayr to Carrbridge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to CarrbridgeGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 50m
£40–98
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to StationUk093
5h 51m
£17–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cairngorm HotelE8
5h 45m
£22–32
Drive 173 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Carrbridge173 mi
3h 15m
£44–63

Ayr to Carrbridge by train and foot

14Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.6 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Carrbridge via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Car Park via Buchanan Bus Station and Cairngorm Hotel in around 5h 45m.

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