What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr is to bus via Edinburgh Zoo which costs £9 - £15 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Zoo and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Zoo and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

The distance between Edinburgh Zoo and Ayr is 79 miles. The road distance is 72.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs £14 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr bus from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh Zoo station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs £14 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr bus arrive?

Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 501+ hotels available in Ayr.

Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
2h 15m
£14–21
Bus via Edinburgh Zoo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South to GlasgowUk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
2h 21m
£10–15
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 27m
£23–35
Drive 72.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr72.5 mi
1h 27m
£18–26

Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr by foot and bus

751Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr.

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Distance: 78.4 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr Bus Station via Edinburgh Zoo and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Zoo to Ayr via Edinburgh Zoo, Haymarket Station, Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 27m.

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