Bus and Coach from Edinburgh to Ayr: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Ayr

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Ayr from various bus operators like Scottish Citylink for the next days.

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£26

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£26

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Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Scottish Citylink	3h 0m	06:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	09:15	Ayr	Sandgate Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 06:15:00 to Sandgate Bus Station, Ayr (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 09:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Scottish Citylink	3h 0m	10:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	13:15	Ayr	Sandgate Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 10:15:00 to Sandgate Bus Station, Ayr (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 13:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Scottish Citylink	3h 0m	14:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	17:15	Ayr	Sandgate Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 14:15:00 to Sandgate Bus Station, Ayr (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 17:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Scottish Citylink	3h 0m	16:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	19:15	Ayr	Sandgate Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 16:15:00 to Sandgate Bus Station, Ayr (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 19:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Scottish Citylink	3h 0m	06:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	09:15	Ayr	Sandgate Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 06:15:00 to Sandgate Bus Station, Ayr (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 09:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Scottish Citylink	3h 0m	10:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	13:15	Ayr	Sandgate Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 10:15:00 to Sandgate Bus Station, Ayr (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 13:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Scottish Citylink	3h 0m	14:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	17:15	Ayr	Sandgate Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 14:15:00 to Sandgate Bus Station, Ayr (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 17:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Scottish Citylink	3h 0m	16:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	19:15	Ayr	Sandgate Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 16:15:00 to Sandgate Bus Station, Ayr (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 19:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Ayr is £26 on 14/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Ayr

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Ayr are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Ayr. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Ayr.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 coaches from Edinburgh to Ayr, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Ayr, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Ayr

Compare all providers like Scottish Citylink that travel 4 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Ayr in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Ayr starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus	£26
Fastest Bus	3h 0m
Earliest Coach	06:15
Latest Coach	16:15
Daily Bus Connections	4 Ø
Distance	105.7 km
Coach Companies	Scottish Citylink

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Ayr

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Ayr: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/12/2025 and for the following days.

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Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

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Sunday 14/12

£26

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Tuesday 16/12

£26

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Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

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Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Ayr

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Ayr, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £26, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Ayr. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £26.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Ayr, with £26. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Ayr

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Ayr in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Edinburgh to Ayr, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Edinburgh to Ayr are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Ayr

These are the most booked bus companies between Edinburgh to Ayr from our users.

Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh to Ayr

Here you will find the key facts about the Scottish Citylink bus route Edinburgh to Ayr:

Cheapest Price	£26
Fastest Coach	3h 0m
Earliest Coach	06:15
Last Coach	16:15
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	11/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Ayr

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Edinburgh and Ayr.

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Sandgate Bus Station

Douglas Ln

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Ayr

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Edinburgh to Ayr? Or which bus companies serve the route Edinburgh to Ayr? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Ayr bus

How much does a Edinburgh - Ayr coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh - Ayr bus trip is available from £26 and takes 3h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Ayr?

The connection Edinburgh to Ayr is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £26. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Edinburgh - Ayr route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Ayr is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Ayr from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Ayr is provided by Scottish Citylink and takes 3h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Ayr?

The earliest bus to Ayr departs from Edinburgh at 06:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Edinburgh to Ayr?

The latest bus to Ayr departs from Edinburgh at 16:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Edinburgh - Ayr route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to Ayr can travel with Scottish Citylink. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ayr?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Ayr by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Scottish Citylink.

What can I take with me on the bus to Ayr from Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh Ayr bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Ayr bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Ayr on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Ayr

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Ayr

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh and to Ayr. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!