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 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 7m.

How far is it from Ayr to Dufftown?

The distance between Ayr and Dufftown is 258 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 8h 7m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Ayr to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Dufftown train from?

Ayr to Dufftown train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr 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 102+ 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
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Stationtrain
8h 7m
£106–197
Drive 191.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Dufftowncar 191.5 mi
3h 47m
£47–68
Bus, train via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Huntlytrain
4. Take the bus from The Square to Bus Stationbus 10 / ...
9h 35m
£50–86
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 / ...
8h 32m
£108–199

Ayr to Dufftown by bus, train, and foot

71Weekly Services

9h 35mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

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, Keith Station, and Keith Town in around 8h 7m.

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