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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Stirling is to bus via Park and Ride which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Stirling is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Stirling station. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Stirling?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Stirling via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Ayr to Stirling?

The distance between Ayr and Stirling is 71 miles. The road distance is 63.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Stirling without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Ayr to Stirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Stirling bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Stirling train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Stirling?

The best way to get from Ayr to Stirling is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Ayr to Stirling bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Stirling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Stirling is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Ayr to Stirling.

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

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Where can I stay near Stirling?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to StirlingGlasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 45m
£19–25
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and RideUk091
2h 11m
£9–14
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to StirlingGlasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 54m
£17–20
Drive 62.9 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Stirling62.9 mi
1h 12m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Stirling Goosecroft Bus Stationmegabus M9 / ...
2h 5m
£14–20

Ayr to Stirling by train and foot

270Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.8 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Stirling via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 in around 2h 5m.

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