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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Ayr is to ferry and bus which costs £27 - £80 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Ayr is to fly and train which takes 2h 8m and costs £95 - £210.

How far is it from Islay to Ayr?

The distance between Islay and Ayr is 109 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Ayr without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 7h 21m and costs £27 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Islay to Ayr, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 500+ hotels available in Ayr.

Islay to Ayr - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Islay to Ayr by plane, train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)ILY - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
2h 8m
£98–208
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
7h 21m
£28–78
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Anniesland Cross926
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
7h 40m
£32–86

Islay to Ayr by ferry and bus

24Weekly Services

7h 21mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 108.6 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Islay to Ayr. However, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), walk to Terminal Building, take the line 757 bus to Brick Lane, walk to Paisley Gilmour Street, then take the train to Ayr. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Ayr Bus Station via Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 21m.

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