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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Keith is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Keith is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Keith?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Keith. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Reidhaven Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Keith?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Keith station. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Keith Station via Glasgow Queen Street and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Ayr to Keith?

The distance between Ayr and Keith is 242 miles. The road distance is 204.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Keith without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 59m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Ayr to Keith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Keith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Keith train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Keith?

The best way to get from Ayr to Keith is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £130 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Ayr to Keith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Keith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Keith?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Keith is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Ayr to Keith.

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

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Where can I stay near Keith?

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Ayr to Keith - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ayr to Keith by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to KeithGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness
5h 59m
£41–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Reidhaven SquareM96
7h 2m
£25–54
Drive 203.1 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Keith203.1 mi
3h 58m
£51–73
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Keith Station
6h 52m
£105–244
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Station
6h 10m
£44–121
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Reidhaven SquareE7
7h 45m
Train, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)GLA - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Reidhaven Square
6h 49m

Ayr to Keith by bus, foot, and train

6Weekly Services

5h 59mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.4 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Reidhaven Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Keith Station via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Aberdeen in around 6h 10m.

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