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 £13 - £23 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Forth Bridge is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £29 - £40.

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 Battery Road Turning Circle via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

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 45m.

How far is it from Ayr to Forth Bridge?

The distance between Ayr and Forth Bridge is 96 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 train which takes 2h 45m and costs £29 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m 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 train which takes 2h 45m and costs £29 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 12m.

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 train or bus

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Train
best
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 45m
£29–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
3h 12m
£14–23

Ayr to Forth Bridge by train and foot

132Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.2 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Dalmeny via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Battery Road Turning Circle via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and Bus Station in around 3h 12m.

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