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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Dufftown is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Dufftown is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at The Clock Tower via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 5, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Ayr to Dufftown?

The distance between Ayr and Dufftown is 249 miles. The road distance is 192.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Dufftown without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £140 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Ayr to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Dufftown bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Dufftown?

The best way to get from Ayr to Dufftown is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £140 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Ayr to Dufftown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Dufftown?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Dufftown is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Ayr to Dufftown.

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 185+ hotels available in Dufftown.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Dufftown 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
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Huntlytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness
5h 52m
£149–263
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
8h 29m
£47–81
Drive 191.5 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Dufftowncar 191.5 mi
3h 47m
£48–69
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
8h 38m
£110–199

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 247.9 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Dufftown via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Dundas Street, Glasgow Queen Street, and Huntly in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to The Clock Tower via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 5, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 29m.

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