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

The cheapest way to get from Lockerbie to Ayr is to bus via Glasgow which costs £16 - £24 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lockerbie to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Lockerbie and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Lockerbie to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Alexandra Drive and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lockerbie and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Lockerbie to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Lockerbie to Ayr?

The distance between Lockerbie and Ayr is 117 miles. The road distance is 70.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lockerbie to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £18 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Lockerbie to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lockerbie to Ayr bus from?

Lockerbie to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Whitesands station.

Where do I catch the Lockerbie to Ayr train from?

Lockerbie to Ayr train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lockerbie station.

Train or bus from Lockerbie to Ayr?

The best way to get from Lockerbie to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £18 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £16 - £24 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Lockerbie to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lockerbie to Ayr train arrive?

Lockerbie to Ayr train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Lockerbie to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Lockerbie to Ayr is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Lockerbie to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Lockerbie to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, and line 42 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lockerbie to Ayr by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Glasgow CentralManchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 12m
£18–44
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Buchanan Bus StationX74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
4h 20m
£16–24
Line 381 bus, train, line 42 bus
1. Take the bus from Alexandra Drive to St Marys Street381
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Auchinleck
3. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Station42 / ...
3h 23m
Drive 69.7 mi
1. Drive from Lockerbie to Ayr69.7 mi
1h 31m
£18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Castle Primary school246
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Ayr Bus Station43 / ...
4h 54m

Lockerbie to Ayr by train

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Lockerbie to Ayr via Glasgow Central in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alexandra Drive to Ayr Bus Station via Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 20m.

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