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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ayr to Leeds
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£84
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£123
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
5 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
5 h 43 m
Trains on 15 Sept
9
Distance
272 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ayr to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ayr to Leeds will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
Fast trains
To travel from Ayr to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
7:216h15Ayr13:36Leeds£841One-way2 changes- 9:306h36Ayr16:06Leeds£841One-way2 changes
- 11:236h13Ayr17:36Leeds£841One-way2 changes
- 13:285h39Ayr19:07Leeds£841One-way2 changes
- 15:195h46Ayr21:05Leeds£841One-way2 changes
- 5:365h28Ayr11:04Leeds£2591One-way1 change
- 6:355h30Ayr12:05Leeds£2591One-way1 change
- 13:285h39Ayr19:07Leeds£841One-way2 changes
- 15:195h46Ayr21:05Leeds£841One-way2 changes
- 11:236h13Ayr17:36Leeds£841One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ayr to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a train costs an average of £126.
Distance: 272 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£126 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Ayr to Leeds is a coach with an average price of £42.
This is compared to other travel options from Ayr to Leeds:
A coach is £85 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ayr to Leeds costing on average £126.
The fastest way to travel from Ayr to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 6h 46m.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 14m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ayr and Leeds including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £126 compared to roughly £55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-71.37. The journey takes 6h 46m versus 4h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ayr to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Ayr to Leeds trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 Ayr | 6h36 | 16:06 Leeds | 2 changes | |
| 11:23 Ayr | 6h13 | 17:36 Leeds | 2 changes | |
| 13:28 Ayr | 5h39 | 19:07 Leeds | 2 changes | |
| 15:19 Ayr | 5h46 | 21:05 Leeds | 2 changes | |
| 16:21 Ayr | 6h25 | 22:46 Leeds | 2 changes | |
| 17:30 Ayr | 15h02 | 8:32 Leeds | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| 5:36 Ayr | 5h28 | 11:04 Leeds | 1 change | |
| 6:35 Ayr | 5h30 | 12:05 Leeds | 1 change | |
| 7:21 Ayr | 6h15 | 13:36 Leeds | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ayr to Leeds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ayr to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:26, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 5h 20m.
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 £34
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 2:26 |
Last train 19:12 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
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
Coach from £34
Train companies: ScotRail from Ayr to Leeds trainsScotRail trains will get you between Ayr and Leeds from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ScotRail Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest ScotRail Price
£84
ScotRail frequency
7 a day
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Leeds City Museum
A major city museum with natural history, archaeology and local history displays suitable for all ages.
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Leeds Industrial Museum
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Millennium Square
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County Arcade
A handsome Victorian shopping arcade with mosaics and period detail, ideal for architecture and boutique browsing.
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Yorkshire fish bake
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Yorkshire pudding with onion gravy
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The Man Behind the Curtain
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Gaucho Leeds
Lively city-centre restaurant known for dry-aged steaks, burgers and cocktails. Stylish but relaxed, suited to a polished casual dinner.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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- Travel time
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FAQs: Ayr to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ayr to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Ayr to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £84, while the average price tends to be around £126.
The train journey from Ayr to Leeds covers a distance of 272 km and takes approximately 5h 20m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Ayr to Leeds is 272 km.
The first train from Ayr to Leeds leaves at 2:26.
The last train from Ayr to Leeds departs at 19:12.
Trains from Ayr to Leeds run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ayr to Leeds.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ayr to Leeds.
To get from Ayr to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Ayr to Leeds.
The train station in Ayr that goes to Leeds is Ayr station (AYR), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Leeds is by coach, costing approximately £34.
Booking trains from Ayr to Leeds 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 Leeds offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and the rolling hills of Yorkshire. Passengers can enjoy sights of lush countryside, charming villages, and historic landmarks along the route.
A day trip from Ayr to Leeds is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 20m one way. There are 6 trains per day covering a distance of 272 km.
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit the Tudor-Jacobean Temple Newsam, which features beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging displays on the history of medicine. For cultural experiences, The Grand Theatre hosts a variety of performances, including opera, ballet, and musicals. For shopping, the Victoria Quarter is renowned for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Noteworthy sights include the Royal Armouries Museum with its vast collection of arms and armor, the Leeds Art Gallery showcasing British art, and Roundhay Park, one of Europe's largest city parks. Kirkstall Abbey and Harewood House provide historical and picturesque settings with impressive art collections and landscaped gardens.
A stay of two to three days is ideal to explore Leeds, allowing time to visit its museums, shop in its historic arcades, and enjoy the local dining scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Ayr to Leeds.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ayr and Leeds
Most Ayr to Leeds trains use the Ayr to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Ayr and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Ayr
Arrival train stations in Leeds
Which Ayr station do trains to Leeds leave from?
Trains from Ayr to Leeds leave from Ayr. The station is 1 km from Ayr city centre at Ayr station, Smith Street, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA7 1TH.
AyrAyr station, Smith Street, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA7 1TH+44 344 811 0141
City-centre transport
Getting to Ayr from Ayr city centre
Bus14, 347, 352, 52, 42A, 3, 6, 3B, 42, X42 · 8m · £2 · every ~31 min
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.
Newton-on-AyrNewton-on-Ayr station, Falkland Park Road, Ayr, South Ayrshire, KA8 9BP
City-centre transport
Getting to Newton-on-Ayr from Ayr city centre
Newton-on-Ayr is 1 km from Ayr city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainAyr - Glasgow Central · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus302, 2 · 4m · £2 · every ~8 min
14, 585, 6, 4 · 5m · £2 · every ~24 min
14, 585, 4 · 8m · £2 · every ~16 min
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.
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
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