What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Isle of Bute?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Isle of Bute is to bus and ferry which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Isle of Bute?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Isle of Bute is to train and ferry which takes 2h 55m and costs £16 - £45.

How far is it from Ayr to Isle of Bute?

The distance between Ayr and Isle of Bute is 65 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Isle of Bute without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Isle of Bute without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 55m and costs £16 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Isle of Bute?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Ayr to Isle of Bute, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Bute?

There are 459+ hotels available in Isle of Bute.

Ayr to Isle of Bute - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Ayr to Isle of Bute by train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Wemyss Bay
3. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry TerminalCm3
2h 55m
£17–40
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Burnlea Road585
2. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry TerminalCm3
3h 9m
£15–31

Ayr to Isle of Bute by train and ferry

159Weekly Services

2h 55mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 64.5 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Isle of Bute, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Ayr to Isle of Bute. However, you can take the train to Paisley Gilmour Street, take the train to Wemyss Bay, walk to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Rothesay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Rothesay Ferry Terminal via Burnlea Road, Crawford Street, Wemyss Bay Station, and Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal in around 3h 9m.

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