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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Ayr is to train and bus which costs £12 - £16 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Balloch Bus Terminus and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Asda St James Retail Park and West Regent Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Balloch to Ayr?

The distance between Balloch and Ayr is 56 miles. The road distance is 50.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Ayr without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 6m and costs £12 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Balloch to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Ayr bus from?

Balloch to Ayr bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Balloch Bus Terminus station.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Ayr?

The best way to get from Balloch to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £13 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 205 bus and line 1 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Balloch to Ayr bus arrive?

Balloch to Ayr bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Asda St James Retail Park station.

Where does the Balloch to Ayr train arrive?

Balloch to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Ayr is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Balloch to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Balloch to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 205 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 6m
£13–16
Train
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 7m
£14–21
Drive 50.3 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Ayrcar 50.3 mi
1h
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balloch to Ayrtaxi 50.3 mi
1h
£100–130
Line 205 bus, line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balloch Bus Terminus to Asda St James Retail Parkbus 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Asda St James Retail Park to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1
3. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
2h 54m

Balloch to Ayr by train, foot, and bus

186Weekly Services

2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.6 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a train from Balloch to Ayr via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balloch Bus Terminus to Ayr Bus Station via Asda St James Retail Park, Hielenman's Umbrella, and West Regent Lane in around 2h 54m.

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