Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN)

Showing times and prices for 19 Jun

Cheapest price

£162

Average price

£361

Fastest journey

7 h 6 m

Average duration

7 h 8 m

Trains per day

15

Distance

595 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £361 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £162.

Fast trains

To travel from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • ScotRail
    22:3310h10
    Ayr station (AYR)
    8:43Brighton station (BTN)
    £1621One-way
    2 changes
  • ScotRail
    5:157h28
    Ayr station (AYR)
    12:43Brighton station (BTN)
    £3761One-way
    2 changes
  • ScotRail
    6:357h08
    Ayr station (AYR)
    13:43Brighton station (BTN)
    £3761One-way
    2 changes
  • ScotRail
    7:377h06
    Ayr station (AYR)
    14:43Brighton station (BTN)
    £3761One-way
    2 changes
  • ScotRail
    8:357h08
    Ayr station (AYR)
    15:43Brighton station (BTN)
    £3761One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN)

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £180.

Distance: 595 km

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Flight
Coach

£180

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£91

Average Price

9h 7m

Average total duration

8h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

15h 47m

Average total duration

15h 17m

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30m

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Live departures

Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail5:15 Ayr station (AYR)
7h28
12:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail6:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h08
13:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail7:37 Ayr station (AYR)
7h06
14:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail8:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h08
15:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail9:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h08
16:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail10:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h09
17:44 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail11:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h10
18:45 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail12:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h09
19:44 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail13:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h08
20:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail14:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h08
21:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail15:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h38
23:13 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail16:05 Ayr station (AYR)
8h08
0:13 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail17:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h49
1:24 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail22:33 Ayr station (AYR)
10h10
8:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail23:05 Ayr station (AYR)
11h38
10:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) by train, coach or flight

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN)

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Trains from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £180 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 07:35. The fastest train covers the 595 km distance in 8h 22m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19
Distance
595 km
Average train duration
8h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£180
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
8h 22m
First train
6:05
Last train
7:35
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19

Train companies: ScotRail from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Ayr station (AYR) and Brighton station (BTN) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 6m
Cheapest Price
£162
ScotRail frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 Brighton station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £180, while the average price tends to be around £180.
The train journey from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) covers a distance of 595 km and takes approximately 8h 22m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) is 595 km.
The first train from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 6:05.
The last train from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) departs at 7:35.
Trains from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN).
To get from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN).
The cheapest way to get from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) is by flight, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ayr to Brighton offers a scenic experience, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and the rolling hills of the English countryside, with views of charming towns and open fields.
A day trip from Ayr to Brighton is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 22m. There are 6 train trips available per day for this route, covering a distance of 595 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN).
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