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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Slateford is to bus via Saughton Park which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Slateford is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Slateford?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Slateford. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Hutchison Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Slateford?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Slateford. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Slateford via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Ayr to Slateford?

The distance between Ayr and Slateford is 83 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Slateford without a car is to bus which takes 2h 36m and costs £16 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Ayr to Slateford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Slateford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Slateford train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Slateford?

The best way to get from Ayr to Slateford is to bus which takes 2h 36m and costs £16 - £24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £28 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Ayr to Slateford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Slateford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Slateford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Slateford is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Ayr to Slateford.

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

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Ayr to Slateford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Station900
2h 36m
£17–24
Bus via Saughton Park
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh Haymarket Station NorthUk090
2h 52m
£12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to SlatefordGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 49m
£19–28
Drive 74.2 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Slateford74.2 mi
1h 26m
£19–27

Ayr to Slateford by train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.6 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Hutchison Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Slateford via Glasgow Central in around 2h 49m.

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