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

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Ayr is to bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Cowdenbeath and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowdenbeath to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from The Fountain and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cowdenbeath and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Cowdenbeath to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Cowdenbeath and arriving at Ayr via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Cowdenbeath to Ayr?

The distance between Cowdenbeath and Ayr is 108 miles. The road distance is 80.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Cowdenbeath to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Ayr bus from?

Cowdenbeath to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from The Fountain station.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Cowdenbeath to Ayr?

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Ayr bus arrive?

Cowdenbeath to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Ayr train arrive?

Cowdenbeath to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Cowdenbeath to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowdenbeath to Ayr is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Cowdenbeath to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Cowdenbeath to Ayr - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cowdenbeath to Ayr by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cowdenbeath to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
2h 52m
£26–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Fountain to North Approach RoadX27
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
3h 5m
£13–19
Drive 79.7 mi
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Ayr79.7 mi
1h 33m
£20–29

Cowdenbeath to Ayr by train and foot

129Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107.8 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Cowdenbeath to Ayr via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Fountain to Ayr Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 5m.

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