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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Ayr is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Ayr is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station station and arriving at Ayr Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Ayr. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Ayr?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Ayr is 16 miles. The road distance is 13.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £13.

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

The train from Kilmarnock to Ayr takes 24 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Ayr bus from?

Kilmarnock to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Ayr?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Ayr is to train which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Ayr bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Ayr train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Ayr is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Kilmarnock to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Ayr by train, bus, taxi, 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 Kilmarnock to Ayrtrain Kilmarnock - Girvan / ...
24 min
£5–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77k
32 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Ayrtaxi 13.6 mi
18 min
£30–40
Drive 13.6 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Ayrcar 13.6 mi
18 min
£4–5

Kilmarnock to Ayr by train

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Distance: 15.6 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Ayr every 3 hours. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 32 min.

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