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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Ayr is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Ayr is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Ayr?

The distance between Mallaig and Ayr is 183 miles. The road distance is 176.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs £26 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Mallaig to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Ayr bus from?

Mallaig to Ayr bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallaig to Ayr?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Ayr is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Mallaig to Ayr bus arrive?

Mallaig to Ayr bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Ayr train arrive?

Mallaig to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Ayr is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Mallaig to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 501+ hotels available in Ayr.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Mallaig to Ayr by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
6h 17m
£27–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen StreetMallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
6h 45m
£37–58
Drive 175.1 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Ayr175.1 mi
3h 33m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen StreetMallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
6h 49m
£40–63

Mallaig to Ayr by bus

32Weekly Buses

6h 17mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Boatyard to Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mallaig to Ayr via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 6h 49m.

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