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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Ayr is to Bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Ayr. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stranraer and arriving at Ayr. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Ayr?

The distance between Stranraer and Ayr is 58 miles. The road distance is 50.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £17.

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

The train from Stranraer to Ayr takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Ayr bus from?

Stranraer to Ayr bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Ayr?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Ayr is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £17. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Stranraer to Ayr bus arrive?

Stranraer to Ayr bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Where does the Stranraer to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Ayr is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Stranraer to Ayr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

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Stranraer to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
1h 21m
£16–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayrbus 923
1h 40m
£7–11
Drive 50.6 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Ayrcar 50.6 mi
1h 8m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stranraer to Ayrtaxi 50.6 mi
1h 8m
£100–130
Bus via Henrietta Street
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
2h 14m
£9–14

Stranraer to Ayr by train

35Weekly Trains

1h 21mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Ayr 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–17 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayr 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 40m. Stagecoach West Scotland also services this route once daily.

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