What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders is to bus which costs £13 - £30 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at A7 Boleside Hail & Ride via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Galashiels via Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

The distance between Ayr and The Scottish Borders is 121 miles. The road distance is 86.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to The Scottish Borders without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to The Scottish Borders bus from?

Ayr to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to The Scottish Borders train from?

Ayr to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

The best way to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £30 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Ayr to The Scottish Borders bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to The Scottish Borders train arrive?

Ayr to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to The Scottish Borders is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Ayr to The Scottish Borders.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to The Scottish Borders?

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Where can I stay near The Scottish Borders?

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Ayr to The Scottish Borders - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to The Scottish Borders 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 via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
3h 21m
£36–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to A7 Boleside Hail & RideX95
4h 49m
£14–30
Drive 86.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to The Scottish Borders86.3 mi
1h 56m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
4h
£20–47

Ayr to The Scottish Borders by train and foot

201Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and The Scottish Borders, Scotland?

You can take a train from Ayr to Galashiels via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to A7 Boleside Hail & Ride via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 49m.

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