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

The cheapest way to get from Kilwinning to Ayr is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilwinning to Ayr is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kilwinning and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilwinning to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from St Winnings Lane and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via The Carrick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Kilwinning and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilwinning and arriving at Ayr. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Kilwinning to Ayr?

The distance between Kilwinning and Ayr is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilwinning to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £6 - £7.

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

The train from Kilwinning to Ayr takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kilwinning to Ayr bus from?

Kilwinning to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from St Winnings Lane station.

Where do I catch the Kilwinning to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilwinning to Ayr?

The best way to get from Kilwinning to Ayr is to train which takes 25 min and costs £6 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 585 bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Kilwinning to Ayr bus arrive?

Kilwinning to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at The Carrick station.

Where does the Kilwinning to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilwinning to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilwinning to Ayr is 16 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Kilwinning to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 501+ hotels available in Ayr.

Kilwinning to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 585 bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Kilwinning to Ayr by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilwinning to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr
25 min
£6–7
Bus, line 585 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Winnings Lane to The Carrick25 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Carrick to Ayr Bus Station585 / ...
1h 3m
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilwinning to Ayr15.7 mi
20 min
£35–45
Drive 15.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilwinning to Ayr15.7 mi
20 min
£4–6

Kilwinning to Ayr by train

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kilwinning to Ayr every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–7 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Winnings Lane to Ayr Bus Station via The Carrick in around 1h 3m.

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