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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Whitburn is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Whitburn is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Whitburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Whitburn. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Heartlands Services Northbound via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Ayr to Whitburn?

The distance between Ayr and Whitburn is 62 miles. The road distance is 56 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Whitburn without a car is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs £12 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ayr to Whitburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Whitburn bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Whitburn?

The best way to get from Ayr to Whitburn is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs £12 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Ayr to Whitburn bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayr to Whitburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Whitburn is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Ayr to Whitburn.

Where can I stay near Whitburn?

There are 610+ hotels available in Whitburn.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Whitburn by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Heartlands Services Northbound902
2h 38m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 41m
£22–32
Drive 55.7 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Whitburn55.7 mi
1h 7m
£14–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 52m
£21–27

Ayr to Whitburn by train, foot, and bus

270Weekly Services

2h 41mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.8 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Heartlands Services Northbound via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Aitken Drive via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Bathgate, and Gordon Avenue in around 2h 41m.

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