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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Ayr

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

€33

Average price

€33

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h

Trains per day

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Ayr is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Ayr will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Ayr without transferring at least once.

Y72944 · Y66281

05:52AM3h00

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

08:52AMAyr station (AYR)

€331One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Ayr

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €31.

Distance: 105 km

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€32 Average price	€32 Average price Cheapest
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Live departures

Edinburgh to Ayr train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 17

Last updated at 5:33 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Y72944 · Y66281	On time 4:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	3h00	7:52 AM Ayr station (AYR)	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Ayr

United Kingdom

Trains from Edinburgh to Ayr run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

105 km

Average train duration

1h 59m

Cheapest ticket price

€31

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 20m

First train

05:01

Last train

22:45

Price information

Train providers: ScotRail and CrossCountry trains Edinburgh to Ayr

Travel to Ayr from Edinburgh from €26 with Omio’s train partners ScotRail and CrossCountry! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

ScotRail from Edinburgh to Ayr train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: €30

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Ayr from Edinburgh. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Edinburgh to Ayr with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 3 h 38 min
Cheapest Price: €26

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Ayr

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Ayr easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Ayr.

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Ayr can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Ayr is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Edinburgh to Ayr train time is 2 h 21 min covering the 105 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Edinburgh to Ayr leaves at 05: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Edinburgh to Ayr leaves at 22: 50.

There are 7 trains a day from Edinburgh to Ayr which require at least one change with ScotRail or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Edinburgh to Ayr train with ScotRail or CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Edinburgh to Ayr as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 50.

A trip to Ayr from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Edinburgh to Ayr is March.

Yes, you can take a train from Edinburgh to Ayr.