4.9
4.6
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dundee to Ayr
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 152 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Dundee to Ayr by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
22 Jul
23 Jul
24 Jul
25 Jul
26 Jul
27 Jul
28 Jul
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Ayr
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dundee to Ayr run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 21:33 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: ScotRail from Dundee to Ayr trainsScotRail trains will get you between Dundee and Ayr from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
FAQs: Dundee to Ayr train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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 Dundee and Ayr
Most Dundee to Ayr trains use the Dundee to Ayr station pair. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Ayr train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dundee station do trains to Ayr leave from?
Getting to Dundee from Dundee city centre
Dundee train station facilities and services
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dundee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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 Broughty Ferry from Dundee city centre
Broughty Ferry is 5 km from Dundee city centre. Public transport options include:
Broughty Ferry train station facilities and services
Broughty Ferry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Broughty Ferry.
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 Broughty Ferry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Broughty Ferry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Broughty Ferry: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Accessible to both platforms - level crossing between platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ayr station do trains from Dundee 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.
More options for your journey from Dundee to Ayr
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Ayr and Dundee
Most popular train connections to Ayr
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
