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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Dunbar is to bus via Glasgow which costs £14 - £22 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Dunbar is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Dunbar via Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Ayr to Dunbar?

The distance between Ayr and Dunbar is 118 miles. The road distance is 106.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Dunbar without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 2m and costs £27 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Ayr to Dunbar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Dunbar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Dunbar train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Ayr to Dunbar is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 2m and costs £27 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Ayr to Dunbar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Dunbar train arrive?

Ayr to Dunbar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Dunbar is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Ayr to Dunbar.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Dunbar?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Dunbar 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 Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbar
3h 2m
£28–97
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbar
3h 40m
£12–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to High StreetX7
3h 55m
£20–29
Drive 105.5 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Dunbar105.5 mi
1h 57m
£27–38
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh - Princes Street
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to High StreetX7
4h 12m
£15–22

Ayr to Dunbar by train and foot

127Weekly Services

3h 2mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.1 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Dunbar via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 3h 55m.

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