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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Ayr
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
8 h 37 m
Average duration
9 h 2 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
558 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Ayr is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Bournemouth to Ayr you need to make at least 3 changes.
6:309h22Bournemouth15:52AyrFind prices4 changes- 7:308h54Bournemouth16:24AyrFind prices3 changes
- 8:409h15Bournemouth17:55AyrFind prices4 changes
- 9:458h37Bournemouth18:22AyrFind prices3 changes
- 10:459h08Bournemouth19:53AyrFind prices4 changes
- 9:458h37Bournemouth18:22AyrFind prices3 changes
- 7:308h54Bournemouth16:24AyrFind prices3 changes
- 10:459h08Bournemouth19:53AyrFind prices4 changes
- 8:409h15Bournemouth17:55AyrFind prices4 changes
- 8:409h15Bournemouth17:55Ayr£3741One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Ayr
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £83. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £83, and a train costs an average of £374.
Distance: 558 km
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£396 Average Price | £88 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 6m Average total duration Fastest 8h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 42m Average total duration 15h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Ayr train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Ayr trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:45 Bournemouth | 9h09 | 21:54 Ayr | 4 changes | |
| 12:45 Bournemouth | 9h09 | 21:54 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 13:45 Bournemouth | 8h38 | 22:23 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 15:45 Bournemouth | 8h37 | 0:22 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 18:45 Bournemouth | 13h39 | 8:24 Ayr | 4 changes | |
| 18:45 Bournemouth | 13h39 | 8:24 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 19:45 Bournemouth | 14h39 | 10:24 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 6:30 Bournemouth | 9h22 | 15:52 Ayr | 4 changes | |
| 6:30 Bournemouth | 9h22 | 15:52 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 7:30 Bournemouth | 8h54 | 16:24 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 8:40 Bournemouth | 9h15 | 17:55 Ayr | 4 changes | |
| 8:40 Bournemouth | 9h15 | 17:55 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 9:45 Bournemouth | 8h37 | 18:22 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 10:45 Bournemouth | 9h08 | 19:53 Ayr | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Ayr
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Trains from Bournemouth to Ayr run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £374 but you can travel from only £83 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 05:55. The fastest train covers the 558 km distance in 8h 37m.
Distance 558 km |
Average train duration 8h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £374 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 37m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 5:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Ayr trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Ayr from £83. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Ayr train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Ayr 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 Ayr, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Ayr
Most Bournemouth to Ayr trains use the Bournemouth to Ayr station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Ayr train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Ayr leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ayr station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
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.
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