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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Leven is to bus via Clackmannan which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Leven is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Leven?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Leven. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Viewforth Nursery via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Ayr to Leven?

The distance between Ayr and Leven is 128 miles. The road distance is 95.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Leven without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 45m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Ayr to Leven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Leven bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Leven?

The best way to get from Ayr to Leven is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 45m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Clackmannan, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Ayr to Leven bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Leven?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Leven is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Ayr to Leven.

Where can I stay near Leven?

There are 1092+ hotels available in Leven.

Ayr to Leven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Leven by train, bus, or car

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 Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Markinch
3h 45m
£35–75
Bus via Clackmannan
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 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival BayX24
4h 6m
£16–26
Drive 95.2 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Leven95.2 mi
1h 52m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Place900
3. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus StationX58 / ...
4h 11m
£21–32
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Markinch
4h 21m
£31–82

Ayr to Leven by train and bus

198Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.8 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Viewforth Nursery via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Haymarket, Markinch, and High Street in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Viewforth Nursery via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay, and Bus Station in around 4h 6m.

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