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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Elgin is to bus via Inverness which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Elgin is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Elgin via Glasgow Queen Street and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Ayr to Elgin?

The distance between Ayr and Elgin is 245 miles. The road distance is 210.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Elgin without a car is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Ayr to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Elgin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Elgin?

The best way to get from Ayr to Elgin is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Ayr to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Elgin is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Ayr to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Ayr to Elgin - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ayr to Elgin by bus, train, car, or plane

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 StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
6h 18m
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
6h 59m
£23–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 19m
£41–108
Drive 209.2 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Elgin209.2 mi
4h 5m
£53–76
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
6h 10m
£109–267
Train
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 Elgin
6h 30m
£50–125
Train, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)GLA - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 53m

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

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4h 18mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.2 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Elgin via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Aberdeen in around 6h 30m.

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