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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Inverkeithing is to bus via North Approach Road which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Inverkeithing is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Inverkeithing?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Inverkeithing. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Inverkeithing?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Inverkeithing. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Inverkeithing via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Ayr to Inverkeithing?

The distance between Ayr and Inverkeithing is 99 miles. The road distance is 74.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Inverkeithing without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Ayr to Inverkeithing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Inverkeithing bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Inverkeithing train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Inverkeithing?

The best way to get from Ayr to Inverkeithing is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Ayr to Inverkeithing bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Inverkeithing train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Inverkeithing?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Inverkeithing is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Ayr to Inverkeithing.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverkeithing?

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Ayr to Inverkeithing - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Inverkeithing by train, bus, or car

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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 27m
£26–45
Bus via North Approach Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX27 / ...
3h 5m
£14–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to AirportAir / ...
2h 46m
£20–29
Drive 73.7 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Inverkeithing73.7 mi
1h 30m
£19–27

Ayr to Inverkeithing by train and foot

270Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.8 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Inverkeithing via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Airport in around 2h 46m.

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