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Compare train and coach for Ayr to Prestwick
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Prestwick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 3 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ayr to Prestwick
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Trains from Ayr to Prestwick run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 3 km |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:47 |
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 £5
Train companies: ScotRail from Ayr to Prestwick trainsScotRail trains will get you between Ayr and Prestwick from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5m
Cheapest Price
£4
ScotRail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Ayr to Prestwick train
FAQs: Travel by train from Ayr to Prestwick easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ayr to Prestwick.
Booking trains from Ayr to Prestwick in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Ayr to Prestwick is 3 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Ayr to Prestwick can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Ayr to Prestwick covers a distance of 3 km and takes approximately 4m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Prestwick is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The first train from Ayr to Prestwick leaves at 0:13.
The last train from Ayr to Prestwick departs at 23:47.
The train station in Ayr that goes to Prestwick is Ayr station (AYR), and it arrives at Prestwick International Airport (PRA).
Yes, there is a direct train between Ayr and Prestwick. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by ScotRail, ScotRail.
Trains from Ayr to Prestwick run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ayr to Prestwick.
Yes, you can take the train from Ayr to Prestwick.
To get from Ayr to Prestwick, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Ayr to Prestwick.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ayr and Prestwick
Ayr
Prestwick
The major train station for departures in Ayr is Ayr. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ayr for your trip from Ayr to Prestwick.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:15 Saturday 05:30 - 23:15 Sunday 08:40 - 23:05 Proposal to alter hours
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Ayr
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Station Road, which leads into Platform 4 car park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Newton-on-Ayr
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off at the public bus stop on Prestwick Road.
The major train station for arrivals in Prestwick is Prestwick Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Prestwick Town for your journey to Prestwick from Ayr.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 17:50 Saturday 06:35 - 17:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50 Scottish Bookings only
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from car park to platform 2 and steep ramp to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Prestwick Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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