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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Sandhead is to bus via Elder Avenue which costs £9 - £14 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Sandhead is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Sandhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr to Sandhead. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Bowling Club via Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Ayr to Sandhead?

The distance between Ayr and Sandhead is 67 miles. The road distance is 58.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Sandhead without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £16 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Ayr to Sandhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Sandhead bus from?

Ayr to Sandhead bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Sandhead?

The best way to get from Ayr to Sandhead is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £16 - £17. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Ayr to Sandhead bus arrive?

Ayr to Sandhead bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Sandhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Sandhead is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Ayr to Sandhead.

Where can I stay near Sandhead?

There are 192+ hotels available in Sandhead.

Ayr to Sandhead - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Sandhead 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
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to StranraerAyr - Stranraer / ...
2h 48m
£16–17
Bus via Elder Avenue
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Elder Avenue60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Port Rodie358 / ...
4h 15m
£10–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr to Stranraer Port Rodie923
3h 10m
Drive 58.1 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Sandhead58.1 mi
1h 16m
£15–21

Ayr to Sandhead by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Ayr to Stranraer 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–17 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Ayr to Stranraer Port Rodie 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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