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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Ayr is to bus which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Ayr via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Ayr?

The distance between Dunfermline and Ayr is 76 miles. The road distance is 74.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs £11 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Dunfermline to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Ayr bus from?

Dunfermline to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Ayr?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Ayr is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs £11 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Ayr bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Ayr train arrive?

Dunfermline to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Ayr is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Dunfermline to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 31m
£12–18
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 50m
£31–39
Drive 73.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Ayrcar 73.9 mi
1h 25m
£18–26

Dunfermline to Ayr by train and foot

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2h 50mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.2 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Ayr via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 50m.

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