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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Ayr
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Ayr is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Ayr will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
To travel from Aberdeen to Ayr you need to make at least 3 changes.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Aberdeen to Ayr
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 244 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£47 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Ayr train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Ayr trains for tomorrow, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:30 Aberdeen | 4h24 | 09:54 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 06:39 Aberdeen | 4h16 | 10:55 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 07:24 Aberdeen | 4h31 | 11:55 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 08:35 Aberdeen | 4h20 | 12:55 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 09:44 Aberdeen | 4h08 | 13:52 Ayr | 3 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Aberdeen to Ayr by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Ayr
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Aberdeen to Ayr run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Aberdeen to Ayr trainsScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Ayr from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Ayr train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Ayr by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ayr, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Ayr
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:15 Saturday 05:30 - 23:15 Sunday 08:40 - 23:05 Proposal to alter hours
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platforms 1,2 & 3 - connecting footbridge with stairs or access from street to platform 4. Alternative route is available by going outside the station over the roadbridge Blue Badge parking bays: 7
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Station Road, which leads into Platform 4 car park
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