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

The cheapest way to get from Rosyth to Ayr is to bus via North Approach Road which costs £13 - £21 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rosyth to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Rosyth and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Rosyth to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Parkside Street and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station, North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Rosyth and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Rosyth to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Rosyth and arriving at Ayr via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Rosyth to Ayr?

The distance between Rosyth and Ayr is 79 miles. The road distance is 76.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rosyth to Ayr without a car is to bus via North Approach Road which takes 2h 47m and costs £13 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Rosyth to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rosyth to Ayr bus from?

Rosyth to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Rosyth to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Rosyth to Ayr?

The best way to get from Rosyth to Ayr is to bus via North Approach Road which takes 2h 47m and costs £13 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Rosyth to Ayr bus arrive?

Rosyth to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Rosyth to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rosyth to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Rosyth to Ayr is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Rosyth to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Rosyth to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus via North Approach Road
best
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 47m
£13–21
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 53m
£44–85
Drive 75.7 mi
1. Drive from Rosyth to Ayrcar 75.7 mi
1h 25m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 8m
£17–26
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Queens Buildings to Bus Terminalbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 902
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3h 41m
£16–25

Rosyth to Ayr by bus

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Distance: 78.7 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Parkside Street to Ayr Bus Station via Bus Station, North Approach Road, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rosyth to Ayr via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 53m.

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