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

The cheapest way to get from Lauder to Ayr is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lauder to Ayr is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Lauder and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Lauder to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Lauder to Ayr?

The distance between Lauder and Ayr is 119 miles. The road distance is 93.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lauder to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Lauder to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lauder to Ayr bus from?

Lauder to Ayr bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Post Office station.

Train or bus from Lauder to Ayr?

The best way to get from Lauder to Ayr is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Lauder to Ayr bus arrive?

Lauder to Ayr bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lauder to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Lauder to Ayr is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Lauder to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 517+ hotels available in Ayr.

Lauder to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 3 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lauder to Ayr by train, bus, 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 Stow to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3h 55m
£55–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Post Office to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
4h 17m
£13–34
Drive 92.8 mi
1. Drive from Lauder to Ayrcar 92.8 mi
2h 11m
£23–33
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from South Street to Shandwick Placebus 3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
4h 36m
£20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Post Office to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 51
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4h 42m
£33–80

Lauder to Ayr by bus, foot, and train

51Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a vehicle from Lauder to Ayr via Stow, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Central in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Post Office to Ayr Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 17m.

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