What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge is to bus which costs £17 - £28 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs £17 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Forth Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Forth Bridge. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Slip Road via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Forth Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Forth Bridge. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Dalmeny via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Ayr to Forth Bridge?

The distance between Ayr and Forth Bridge is 83 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Forth Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge without a car is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs £17 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Forth Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Forth Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Forth Bridge?

The best way to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs £17 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Ayr to Forth Bridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Forth Bridge train arrive?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Forth Bridge?

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Ayr to Forth Bridge - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge by bus or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop Dmegabus AIR
2h 49m
£18–28
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to HaymarketGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2h 53m
£22–43

Ayr to Forth Bridge by bus

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.7 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Forth Bridge, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Slip Road via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D, and Airport in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Dalmeny via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 53m.

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