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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Ayr is to bus which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Ayr is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Overgate and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Dundee to Ayr?

The distance between Dundee and Ayr is 125 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Dundee to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Ayr bus from?

Dundee to Ayr bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Ayr?

The best way to get from Dundee to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Dundee to Ayr bus arrive?

Dundee to Ayr bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Ayr is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Dundee to Ayr.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dundee to Ayr?

Book your Dundee to Ayr bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 433+ hotels available in Ayr.

Dundee to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dundee 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 Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 55m
£55–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 14m
£13–21
Drive 111 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Ayrcar 111 mi
2h 8m
£27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 2m
£41–72
Bus via Dundee Slessor Gardens
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 16m
£16–23

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 123.8 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Dundee to Ayr via Glasgow Queen Street, West George Street, Central Station, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Overgate to Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 14m.

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