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

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Ayr is to line 585 bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Ayr is to drive which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saltcoats Station station and arriving at Cathcart Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Saltcoats and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Saltcoats to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats and arriving at Ayr via Kilwinning. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Ayr?

The distance between Saltcoats and Ayr is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Saltcoats to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Ayr bus from?

Saltcoats to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Saltcoats Station.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Saltcoats to Ayr?

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Ayr is to train which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 585 bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Saltcoats to Ayr bus arrive?

Saltcoats to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Cathcart Street station.

Where does the Saltcoats to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saltcoats to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltcoats to Ayr is 19 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Saltcoats to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 503+ hotels available in Ayr.

Saltcoats to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, line 585 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilwinning to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
49 min
£6–18
Line 585 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saltcoats Station to Cathcart Streetbus 585
54 min
£3–6
Drive 18.8 mi
1. Drive from Saltcoats to Ayrcar 18.8 mi
25 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saltcoats to Ayrtaxi 18.8 mi
25 min
£40–50

Saltcoats to Ayr by train

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Distance: 18.5 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kilwinning to Ayr every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Saltcoats Station to Cathcart Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 54 min.

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