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9:153h37Ayr12:52Preston£971One-way1 change- 9:454h02Ayr13:47Preston£971One-way1 change
- 12:153h31Ayr15:46Preston£971One-way1 change
- 13:454h01Ayr17:46Preston£971One-way1 change
- 15:453h56Ayr19:41Preston£971One-way1 change
- 19:153h23Ayr22:38Preston£1861One-way1 change
- 8:453h29Ayr12:14Preston£1861One-way1 change
- 10:453h29Ayr14:14Preston£1861One-way1 change
- 14:453h29Ayr18:14Preston£1861One-way1 change
- 12:453h30Ayr16:15Preston£1861One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ayr to Preston
The cheapest option from Ayr to Preston is coach, with an average price of £37. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Preston among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 225 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£152 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Ayr to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Ayr to Preston trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:45 Ayr | 3h29 | 12:14 Preston | 1 change | |
| 9:15 Ayr | 3h37 | 12:52 Preston | 1 change | |
| 9:45 Ayr | 4h02 | 13:47 Preston | 1 change | |
| 10:15 Ayr | 3h42 | 13:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 10:45 Ayr | 3h29 | 14:14 Preston | 1 change | |
| 11:15 Ayr | 3h42 | 14:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 12:15 Ayr | 3h31 | 15:46 Preston | 1 change | |
| 12:45 Ayr | 3h30 | 16:15 Preston | 1 change | |
| 13:15 Ayr | 3h44 | 16:59 Preston | 1 change | |
| 13:45 Ayr | 4h01 | 17:46 Preston | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ayr to Preston
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Ayr to Preston, including direct trains, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Lowest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Ayr to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Ayr and Preston from £30. 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ayr and Preston
Most Ayr to Preston trains use the Ayr to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Ayr and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ayr station do trains to Preston 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 Preston station do trains from Ayr arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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