How far is it from The Rigg to Skares?

The distance between The Rigg and Skares is 5 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from The Rigg to Skares?

The drive from The Rigg to Skares takes approximately 10 min by car.

What is the best route from The Rigg to Skares?

The fastest route from The Rigg to Skares covers 5 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.

Which direction is Skares from The Rigg?

Skares lies roughly to the south-west of The Rigg.

Are there charging stations between The Rigg and Skares?

Yes. You can charge along the route from The Rigg to Skares, including Hole Road, Coylton (51 kW); 4A Castle, Cumnock (50 kW); Castle Car Park, New Cumnock (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 17.

The Rigg Skares

Distance: 5 miDuration: 10 min

Driving from The Rigg to Skares takes about 10 min via B7046. The distance is 5 mi. The straight-line distance is 3 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions8 · 5 mi

1 Depart 4 yd
2 Turn left onto Rigg Road 1 mi
3 Turn left 1 mi
4 Turn right onto Tanyard 158 yd
5 Continue straight onto New Bridge Street 173 yd
6 Turn right onto Ayr Road 1 mi
7 Turn left onto Skares Road 3 mi
8 Arrive onto Skares Road

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The return trip from Skares to The Rigg covers roughly the same distance, 5 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

17 chargers

Hole Road, CoyltonHole Road, Coylton, South Ayrshire, KA6 6QP51 kW
4A Castle, Cumnock4A Castle, Cumnock, KA18 4AA50 kW
Castle Car Park, New CumnockCastle Car Park, New Cumnock, KA18 4AN50 kW
Loudon Street, MauchlineLoudon Street, Mauchline, KA5 5BE50 kW
Main Street, DalmellingtonMain Street, Dalmellington, East Ayrshire, KA6 7QL50 kW

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Skares → Hollybush, East Ayrshire11 mi · 20 min Skares → Kames, East Ayrshire14 mi · 25 min Skares → Wallacetown, South Ayrshire15 mi · 30 min Skares → Bowerwalls36 mi · 50 min Skares → Cathcart GB36 mi · 50 min Skares → Whitlawburn40 mi · 55 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 September 2026.

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How far is it from The Rigg to Skares?: The distance between The Rigg and Skares is 5 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from The Rigg to Skares?: The drive from The Rigg to Skares takes approximately 10 min by car.
What is the best route from The Rigg to Skares?: The fastest route from The Rigg to Skares covers 5 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.
Which direction is Skares from The Rigg?: Skares lies roughly to the south-west of The Rigg.
Are there charging stations between The Rigg and Skares?: Yes. You can charge along the route from The Rigg to Skares, including Hole Road, Coylton (51 kW); 4A Castle, Cumnock (50 kW); Castle Car Park, New Cumnock (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 17.

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