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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Ayr
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Ayr is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Ayr will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Ayr every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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 Glasgow to Ayr
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 51 km
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1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Ayr train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Ayr trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:30 Glasgow | 0h55 | 08:25 Ayr | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Glasgow | 0h54 | 08:54 Ayr | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:30 Glasgow | 0h48 | 10:18 Ayr | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Glasgow | 0h52 | 11:22 Ayr | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:11 Glasgow | 1h18 | 17:29 Ayr | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Ayr
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Trains from Glasgow to Ayr run on average 6 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 52m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Ayr trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Ayr from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
Trains from Glasgow to Ayr
Trains from Glasgow to Ayr run regularly throughout the day and evening. The first train leaves early in the morning, with a departure time of approximately 6:00 a.m., after which trains depart for Ayr roughly every 10-30 minutes until the evening. Late night services are less frequent, with gaps of around 40 minutes between each departure, and the last train of the night leaves at approximately 00:15 a.m. All trains from Glasgow to Ayr are operated by ScotRail.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Glasgow to Ayr?
Departure Station: Trains to Ayr depart from Glasgow Central Station, one of the largest and busiest in the city. Located on Argyle Street, it is close by to many of the largest hotels and shopping centres. It is a short walk/drive from the city's other two central stations.
Arrival Station: Trains from Glasgow to Ayr arrive at Ayr station. It is situated next to the main shopping centre in the town and is a 5-10 minute walk from the harbour. There are many bus stops surrounding the station, as well as a taxi rank.
FAQs: Glasgow to Ayr train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Ayr
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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 Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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 toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:15 Scottish Bookings only
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: 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 in front of the station on High Street
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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
ParkingDiningHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off at the public bus stop on Prestwick Road.
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