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9:152h22Ayr11:37Carlisle£701One-way1 change- 9:452h49Ayr12:34Carlisle£701One-way1 change
- 12:152h18Ayr14:33Carlisle£701One-way1 change
- 13:452h44Ayr16:29Carlisle£701One-way1 change
- 15:452h39Ayr18:24Carlisle£701One-way1 change
- 19:152h08Ayr21:23Carlisle£1231One-way1 change
- 8:452h15Ayr11:00Carlisle£1231One-way1 change
- 12:152h18Ayr14:33Carlisle£701One-way1 change
- 10:452h19Ayr13:04Carlisle£1231One-way1 change
- 12:452h21Ayr15:06Carlisle£1231One-way1 change
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Compare coach and train for Ayr to Carlisle
The cheapest option from Ayr to Carlisle is train, with an average price of £20. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Carlisle among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 125 km
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2h 40m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ayr to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Ayr to Carlisle trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 23:05 Ayr | 11h37 | 10:42 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
| 8:45 Ayr | 2h15 | 11:00 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 9:15 Ayr | 2h22 | 11:37 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 9:45 Ayr | 2h49 | 12:34 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 10:15 Ayr | 2h32 | 12:47 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 10:45 Ayr | 2h19 | 13:04 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 11:15 Ayr | 2h32 | 13:47 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 12:15 Ayr | 2h18 | 14:33 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 12:45 Ayr | 2h21 | 15:06 Carlisle | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ayr to Carlisle
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Ayr to Carlisle, including direct trains, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Lowest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 22:03 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Ayr to Carlisle trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Ayr and Carlisle from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ayr to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ayr to Carlisle 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 Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ayr and Carlisle
Most Ayr to Carlisle trains use the Ayr to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Ayr and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ayr station do trains to Carlisle leave from?
Getting to Ayr from Ayr city centre
Ayr train station facilities and services
Ayr has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ayr.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ayr. ATMs are available at Ayr.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ayr. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ayr: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ayr: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ayr: 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.
Getting to Newton-on-Ayr from Ayr city centre
Newton-on-Ayr is 1 km from Ayr city centre. Public transport options include:
Newton-on-Ayr train station facilities and services
Newton-on-Ayr has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Newton-on-Ayr.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newton-on-Ayr: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Newton-on-Ayr: Bike Parking.
Which Carlisle station do trains from Ayr arrive at?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
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