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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Dufftown is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 37m.

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 46m 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, Union Square Bus Station, Reiket Lane and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Ayr to Dufftown?

The distance between Ayr and Dufftown is 259 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 via Aberdeen which takes 6h 28m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m 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 via Aberdeen which takes 6h 28m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 37m.

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 46m to drive from Ayr to Dufftown.

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 176+ 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 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 28m
£85–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Reiket LaneM96
8h 37m
£35–70
Drive 191.5 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Dufftown191.5 mi
3h 46m
£48–69
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 6m
£38–123

Ayr to Dufftown by bus

170Weekly Buses

8h 37mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257.1 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Dufftown via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen, and Keith Station in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to The Clock Tower via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, Reiket Lane, and Bus Station in around 8h 37m.

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