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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Garelochhead is to bus and train which costs £14 - £18 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Garelochhead is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Garelochhead?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Garelochhead. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Garelochhead via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Ayr to Garelochhead?

The distance between Ayr and Garelochhead is 72 miles. The road distance is 62.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Garelochhead without a car is to train via Helensburgh Central which takes 2h 38m and costs £17 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ayr to Garelochhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Garelochhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Garelochhead?

The best way to get from Ayr to Garelochhead is to train via Helensburgh Central which takes 2h 38m and costs £17 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Ayr to Garelochhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Garelochhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Garelochhead is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Ayr to Garelochhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Garelochhead?

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Ayr to Garelochhead - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 901 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Ayr to Garelochhead by train, bus, car, or ferry

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 Helensburgh Central
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2h 38m
£17–23
Bus, line 901 bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Burnlea Road585
2. Take the bus from Crawford Street to Kempock Place901
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Kilcreggan Ferry Terminal
4h 8m
£14–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2h 47m
£15–18
Drive 62.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Garelochhead62.3 mi
1h 13m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to GarelochheadGlasgow Queen Street - Oban
2h 56m
£17–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from James Watt Street to Townend Road1A
3h 23m

Ayr to Garelochhead by train, foot, and bus

235Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.4 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Station Road via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Helensburgh Central, and Colquhoun Square in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Station Road via Waterloo Lane, James Watt Street, Townend Road, Dumbarton Central, Helensburgh Central, and Colquhoun Square in around 3h 23m.

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