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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Ayr is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from Islamic Centre and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Ayr?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Stirling to Ayr?

The distance between Stirling and Ayr is 71 miles. The road distance is 62.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £21 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Stirling to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Ayr bus from?

Stirling to Ayr bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Islamic Centre station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Stirling to Ayr?

The best way to get from Stirling to Ayr is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £21 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £18 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Stirling to Ayr bus arrive?

Stirling to Ayr bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stirling to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Ayr is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Stirling to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
1h 56m
£22–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Islamic Centre to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 2m
£12–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
1h 58m
£15–31
Drive 62.4 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Ayrcar 62.4 mi
1h 11m
£16–22
Bus via Wellgreen Road
1. Take the bus from Wellgreen Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2h 42m

Stirling to Ayr by train and foot

268Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.5 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a train from Stirling to Ayr via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Islamic Centre to Ayr Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 2m.

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