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 £29 - £50 and takes 8h 4m.

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 Stn, Cairngorm Hotel and The Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Dufftown via Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen and Keith Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Ayr to Dufftown?

The distance between Ayr and Dufftown is 223 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 bus which takes 8h 4m and costs £29 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m 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.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Dufftown train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Dufftown?

The best way to get from Ayr to Dufftown is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs £29 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £200 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Ayr to Dufftown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Dufftown train arrive?

Ayr to Dufftown train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central 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 182+ hotels available in Dufftown.

Ayr to Dufftown - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Dufftown by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore stationbus
3. Take the bus from The Square to The Clock Towerbus 36A
8h 4m
£30–47
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Stationtrain
8h 5m
£106–197
Drive 191.5 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Dufftowncar 191.5 mi
3h 47m
£48–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain
4. Take the bus from The Square to The Clock Towerbus 36A
8h 21m
£73–164
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
9h 11m
£108–199

Ayr to Dufftown by bus

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8h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.9 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to The Clock Tower via Buchanan Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Stn, Cairngorm Hotel, and The Square in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Dufftown via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen, Keith Station, and Keith Town in around 8h 5m.

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