What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Crinan Canal?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Crinan Canal is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Crinan Canal?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Crinan Canal is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Crinan Canal?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Crinan Canal. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Cairndubh Cottages via Buchanan Bus Station, Argyll Arms Hotel and Lochnell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Ayr to Crinan Canal?

The distance between Ayr and Crinan Canal is 132 miles. The road distance is 116.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Crinan Canal without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Crinan Canal without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 13m and costs £21 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Crinan Canal?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Ayr to Crinan Canal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Crinan Canal bus from?

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

Where does the Ayr to Crinan Canal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Crinan Canal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Crinan Canal is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Ayr to Crinan Canal.

Where can I stay near Crinan Canal?

There are 162+ hotels available in Crinan Canal.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Crinan Canal 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 CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Argyll Arms Hotel926
6h 13m
£21–38
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Crinan Canal115.9 mi
2h 21m
£30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Argyll Arms Hotel926
6h 41m
£22–32
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour StreetAyr - Glasgow Central
2. Drive from Gourock to Crinan Canal
3h 29m
£39–57

Ayr to Crinan Canal by train, foot, and bus

4Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Crinan Canal, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Crinan Canal via Buchanan Bus Station, Argyll Arms Hotel, Lochnell Street, and Cairndubh Cottages in around 6h 41m.

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