How to get from Motherwell to Ayr by bus and train?

From Motherwell to Ayr by bus and train

To get from Motherwell to Ayr in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Motherwell station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the X77 bus from West Campbell Street, Glasgow station to Ayr Bus Station, Ayr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The bus and train schedule from Motherwell may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ayr on the Moovit app.

94min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X77X77
Walk to Ayr
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    West Campbell Street, Glasgow
    ID 60903598
    350 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - X77X77
    Wait for bus
    X77
    Ayr
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ayr Bus Station, Ayr
    ID 6190688
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ayr
    Walk to
    Ayr
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Motherwell to Ayr by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, SCOTRAIL and 4

To get from Motherwell to Ayr in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Motherwell station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 4 bus from Mccalls Avenue, Newton-On-Ayr station to Ayr Bus Station, Ayr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Motherwell may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ayr on the Moovit app.

90min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 44
Walk to Ayr
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Ayr
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newton-On-Ayr
    49 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mccalls Avenue, Newton-On-Ayr
    ID 6190199
    80 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Ayr
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ayr Bus Station, Ayr
    ID 6190687
    5 min
  • 9
    Walk to Ayr
    Walk to
    Ayr
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Motherwell to Ayr

The distance between Motherwell, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland is approximately 77.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Motherwell to Ayr by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Motherwell to Ayr

To check the bus and train schedule from Motherwell to Ayr using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Motherwell) and destination (Ayr), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Motherwell to Ayr by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, SCOTRAIL and 4

To get from Motherwell to Ayr in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Motherwell station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 4 bus from Mccalls Avenue, Newton-On-Ayr station to Ayr Bus Station, Ayr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Motherwell may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ayr on the Moovit app.

90min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 44
Walk to Ayr
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Ayr
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newton-On-Ayr
    49 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mccalls Avenue, Newton-On-Ayr
    ID 6190199
    80 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Ayr
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ayr Bus Station, Ayr
    ID 6190687
    5 min
  • 9
    Walk to Ayr
    Walk to
    Ayr
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Motherwell to Ayr?

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line X77.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Motherwell to Ayr?

    The alternative route takes 90 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 4.

  • Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Ayr?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from Motherwell to Ayr?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Central station near Motherwell in Motherwell to Glasgow Central station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Glasgow Central station near Ayr in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Motherwell to Ayr by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Motherwell in Motherwell and Ayr in Scotland by train and bus is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Motherwell to get to Ayr?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Central station near Motherwell in Motherwell.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Motherwell and Ayr?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Central stop, which is closest to Ayr in Scotland.

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