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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Ellon is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Ellon is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Ellon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Market Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Ayr to Ellon?

The distance between Ayr and Ellon is 225 miles. The road distance is 192.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Ellon without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 55m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Ayr to Ellon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Ellon bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Ellon?

The best way to get from Ayr to Ellon is to bus which takes 7h 33m and costs £23 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £170 and takes 7h.

Where does the Ayr to Ellon bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Ellon is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Ayr to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 531+ hotels available in Ellon.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Ellon 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverurietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness
6h 55m
£76–148
Bus via Stirling
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union Square Bus Stationbus
8h 12m
£23–44
Bus
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 M9
7h 33m
£24–37
Drive 191.7 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Elloncar 191.7 mi
3h 32m
£48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
7h
£90–165

Ayr to Ellon by train, foot, and bus

70Weekly Services

7hAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.7 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Market Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, Market Place, and Town Hall in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Market Street via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen, Inverurie, and Town Hall in around 7h.

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