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 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£374

Average price

£374

Fastest journey

7 h 6 m

Average duration

7 h 8 m

Trains per day

5

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 £374 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £374.

Fast trains

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

ScotRail
05:157h28
Ayr station (AYR)
12:43Brighton station (BTN)
£3741One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
06:357h08
Ayr station (AYR)
13:43Brighton station (BTN)
£3741One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
07:377h06
Ayr station (AYR)
14:43Brighton station (BTN)
£3741One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
08:357h08
Ayr station (AYR)
15:43Brighton station (BTN)
£3741One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
09:357h08
Ayr station (AYR)
16:43Brighton station (BTN)
£3741One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the coach 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 coach with prices starting from £91. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £91, and a train costs an average of £161.

Distance: 595 km

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Coach

£361

Average Price

£91

Average Price

Cheapest

8h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 7m

Onboard

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30m

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 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 13:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail05:15 Ayr station (AYR)
7h28
12:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail06:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h08
13:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail07:37 Ayr station (AYR)
7h06
14:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail08:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h08
15:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
ScotRail09:35 Ayr station (AYR)
7h08
16:43 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes

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

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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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 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £161 but you can travel from only £91 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 595 km distance in 7h 6m.

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
Coach from £91
Distance
595 km
Average train duration
8h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£161
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
7h 6m
First train
05:15
Last train
23:05
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
Coach from £91

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 £91. 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
£161
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 £161, while the average price tends to be around £361.
The train journey from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) covers a distance of 595 km and takes approximately 7h 6m. 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 5:15.
The last train from Ayr station (AYR) to Brighton station (BTN) departs at 23:05.
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 and coach.
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 coach, costing approximately £91.
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 7h 6m. 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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