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

The cheapest way to get from Dalkeith to Ayr is to line 3 bus and bus which costs £10 - £24 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dalkeith to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Dalkeith and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Dalkeith to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from South Street and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Princes Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Dalkeith to Ayr?

The distance between Dalkeith and Ayr is 97 miles. The road distance is 81.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £24 - £35.

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

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

Where do I catch the Dalkeith to Ayr bus from?

Dalkeith to Ayr bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from South Street station.

Train or bus from Dalkeith to Ayr?

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £24 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 3 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £24 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Dalkeith to Ayr bus arrive?

Dalkeith to Ayr bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Can I drive from Dalkeith to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Dalkeith to Ayr is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Dalkeith to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 503+ hotels available in Ayr.

Dalkeith to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dalkeith to Ayr 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
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 52m
£25–33
Line 3 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Street to Princes Streetbus 3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3h 27m
£11–24
Drive 81 mi
1. Drive from Dalkeith to Ayrcar 81 mi
1h 31m
£20–29
Line 3 bus, bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from South Street to Shandwick Placebus 3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3h 30m
£16–24
Line 3 bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Street to Haymarket Stationbus 3
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3h 55m
£20–40

Dalkeith to Ayr by bus, train, and foot

60Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.2 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a bus from South Street to Ayr via Princes Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Street to Ayr Bus Station via Princes Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 27m.

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