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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ayr to Preston
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ayr to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ayr to Preston will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ayr for Preston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ayr to Preston
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 225 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ayr to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Ayr to Preston trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 16:21 Ayr | 3h37 | 19:58 Preston | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 08:31 Ayr | 3h26 | 11:57 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ayr to Preston
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Trains from Ayr to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 18:39 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Ayr to Preston trainsScotRail trains will get you between Ayr and Preston from £29. 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 Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ayr to Preston 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 Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ayr and Preston
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information 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
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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