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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Ullapool is to train and bus which costs £30 - £95 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Ullapool is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Ullapool?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Ullapool. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Ayr to Ullapool?

The distance between Ayr and Ullapool is 263 miles. The road distance is 244.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Ullapool without a car is to bus which takes 7h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Ayr to Ullapool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Ullapool bus from?

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

Where does the Ayr to Ullapool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Ullapool?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Ullapool is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Ayr to Ullapool.

Where can I stay near Ullapool?

There are 59+ hotels available in Ullapool.

Ayr to Ullapool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Ayr to Ullapool by bus, train, car, plane, or 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
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
7h 19m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
8h 8m
£30–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to High School61
8h 6m
Drive 243.5 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Ullapool243.5 mi
4h 59m
£61–88
Train, fly to Stornoway Airport, ferry
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Stornoway Airport (SYY)GLA - SYY
3. Take the ferry from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal to Ullapool Ferry Terminal
8h 6m
£146–418
Bus via High School
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to High School61
7h 50m
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
8h 9m
£124–273

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Stornoway Airport (SYY) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 1mAverage Duration

£128Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 261.9 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 7h 19m.

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