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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Paisley is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Paisley is to train which takes 39 min and costs £10 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Paisley?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Abbey Close via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Paisley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ayr and arriving at Paisley Gilmour Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Ayr to Paisley?

The distance between Ayr and Paisley is 34 miles. The road distance is 31.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Paisley without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £10 - £26.

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

The train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Paisley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Paisley train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Paisley?

The best way to get from Ayr to Paisley is to train which takes 39 min and costs £10 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs £11 - £14 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Ayr to Paisley bus arrive?

Ayr to Paisley bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Waterloo Lane station.

Where does the Ayr to Paisley train arrive?

Ayr to Paisley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Paisley?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Paisley is 32 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Ayr to Paisley.

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

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Ayr to Paisley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus, car, and taxi

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
39 min
£10–26
Drive 31.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Paisleycar 31.6 mi
42 min
£8–12
Bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Abbey Closebus 38 / ...
1h 49m
£12–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ayr to Paisleytaxi 31.6 mi
42 min
£65–85

Ayr to Paisley by train

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Distance: 33.8 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Abbey Close via Waterloo Lane and Central Station in around 1h 49m.

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