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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Rutherglen is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Rutherglen is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Rutherglen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Rutherglen. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Castle Street via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Rutherglen?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Rutherglen. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Rutherglen via Glasgow Central Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Ayr to Rutherglen?

The distance between Ayr and Rutherglen is 44 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Rutherglen without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £9 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Ayr to Rutherglen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Rutherglen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Rutherglen train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Rutherglen?

The best way to get from Ayr to Rutherglen is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £9 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 267 bus, which costs and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Ayr to Rutherglen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Rutherglen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Rutherglen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Rutherglen is 35 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Ayr to Rutherglen.

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

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Where can I stay near Rutherglen?

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Ayr to Rutherglen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 267 bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 7m
£9–15
Bus, line 267 bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Castle Street267 / ...
1h 35m
Drive 35.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Rutherglen35.3 mi
45 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ayr to Rutherglen35.3 mi
45 min
£75–90

Ayr to Rutherglen by train

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1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 43.9 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Ayr to Glasgow Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Castle Street via Waterloo Lane and Central Station in around 1h 35m.

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