The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Ardrossan
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
7 h 33 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Ardrossan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ardrossan will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Of the 1 trains that leave London for Ardrossan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 554 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 33 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.
9:307h33London17:03Ardrossan£851One-way0 changes
9:307h33London17:03Ardrossan£851One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for London to Ardrossan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ardrossan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £85.
Distance: 554 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£148 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Ardrossan train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ardrossan trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:30 London | 5h51 | 18:21 Ardrossan Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:30 London | 5h32 | 19:02 Ardrossan Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:30 London | 5h32 | 21:02 Ardrossan Town | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
![]() | 9:30 London | 7h33 | 17:03 Ardrossan | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ardrossan
Trains from London to Ardrossan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 554 km distance in 7h 6m.
Distance 554 km |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 6m |
First train 6:35 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from London to Ardrossan trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between London and Ardrossan from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Ardrossan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ardrossan 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 Ardrossan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Ardrossan
Most London to Ardrossan trains use the London Kings Cross to Ardrossan Town station pair, with some services arriving at Ardrossan Harbour. Use this guide to compare London and Ardrossan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Ardrossan station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Ardrossan Town from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan Town is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan Town train station facilities and services
Ardrossan Town has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ardrossan Town.
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 Ardrossan Town: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan Town: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Ardrossan Harbour from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan Harbour is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan Harbour train station facilities and services
Ardrossan Harbour has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ardrossan Harbour.
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 Ardrossan Harbour: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan Harbour: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan Harbour: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Ardrossan South Beach from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan South Beach is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan South Beach train station facilities and services
Ardrossan South Beach has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ardrossan South Beach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ardrossan South Beach. 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, Arrival screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ardrossan South Beach: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan South Beach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan South Beach: 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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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