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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Strabane is to drive and car ferry which costs £55 - £210 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Strabane is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 45m and costs £55 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Strabane?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr to Strabane station. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Strabane Bus Station via Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Ayr to Strabane?

The distance between Ayr and Strabane is 196 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Strabane without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 8h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Ayr to Strabane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Strabane bus from?

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

Where does the Ayr to Strabane bus arrive?

Ayr to Strabane bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Strabane?

There are 285+ hotels available in Strabane.

Ayr to Strabane - 2 ways to travel via bus and ferry, bus, car, and car ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Ayr to Strabane by busferry, bus, car, or car ferry

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

Bus and ferry, bus
best
1. Take the busferry from Ayr to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Strabane Bus Station273 / ...
8h 50m
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Cairnryan
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
3. Drive from Belfast to Strabane
4h 45m
£59–203

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 195 mi
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Strabane, Derry City and Strabane, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Ayr to Strabane. However, you can take the vehicle to Belfast, Europa Buscentre, walk to Grand Central Station Stand 21, then take the bus to Strabane Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ayr to Strabane via Cairnryan and Belfast in around 4h 45m.

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