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The cheapest and fastest trains from Macclesfield to Ayr
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£132
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£204
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
4 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
5 h 6 m
Trains on 15 Sept
23
Distance
294 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Macclesfield to Ayr is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Macclesfield to Ayr will cost around £204 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.
Fast trains
To travel from Macclesfield to Ayr you need to make at least 3 changes.
14:375h16Macclesfield19:53Ayr£1321One-way3 changes- 15:375h15Macclesfield20:52Ayr£1321One-way3 changes
8:435h09Macclesfield13:52Ayr£1731One-way3 changes- 10:435h09Macclesfield15:52Ayr£1731One-way3 changes
- 11:435h09Macclesfield16:52Ayr£1731One-way3 changes
- 13:064h59Macclesfield18:05Ayr£2221One-way3 changes
- 20:065h03Macclesfield1:09Ayr£2221One-way3 changes
- 8:435h09Macclesfield13:52Ayr£1731One-way3 changes
- 10:435h09Macclesfield15:52Ayr£1731One-way3 changes
- 11:435h09Macclesfield16:52Ayr£1731One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Macclesfield to Ayr
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Macclesfield to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £202 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £202, while a train costs an average of £202.
Distance: 294 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£202 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Macclesfield to Ayr is a train with an average price of £202.
The fastest way to travel from Macclesfield to Ayr is by train with an average journey time of 4h 32m.
Yes, you can take a train between Macclesfield and Ayr.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £202 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-140.75. The journey takes 4h 32m versus 4h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Macclesfield to Ayr train times
The table below shows live departures for Macclesfield to Ayr trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:43 Macclesfield | 5h09 | 15:52 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 11:06 Macclesfield | 5h18 | 16:24 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 11:43 Macclesfield | 5h09 | 16:52 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 12:06 Macclesfield | 5h15 | 17:21 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 12:43 Macclesfield | 5h12 | 17:55 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 13:06 Macclesfield | 4h59 | 18:05 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 14:06 Macclesfield | 5h17 | 19:23 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 14:37 Macclesfield | 5h16 | 19:53 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 15:06 Macclesfield | 5h16 | 20:22 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 15:37 Macclesfield | 5h15 | 20:52 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 16:06 Macclesfield | 5h17 | 21:23 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 16:43 Macclesfield | 5h11 | 21:54 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 17:06 Macclesfield | 5h17 | 22:23 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 18:06 Macclesfield | 5h16 | 23:22 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 19:06 Macclesfield | 5h16 | 0:22 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 20:06 Macclesfield | 5h03 | 1:09 Ayr | 3 changes | |
 | 21:17 Macclesfield | 12h08 | 9:25 Ayr | 4 changes | |
| 23:26 Macclesfield | 8h58 | 8:24 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| 0:26 Macclesfield | 9h58 | 10:24 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 6:17 Macclesfield | 5h39 | 11:56 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 7:06 Macclesfield | 5h16 | 12:22 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 8:06 Macclesfield | 5h18 | 13:24 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 8:43 Macclesfield | 5h09 | 13:52 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 9:06 Macclesfield | 5h17 | 14:23 Ayr | 3 changes | |
| 10:06 Macclesfield | 5h16 | 15:22 Ayr | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Macclesfield to Ayr
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Macclesfield to Ayr run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £132 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 10:43. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 4h 59m.
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
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £132 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 10:43 |
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
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Macclesfield to Ayr trainsTranspennine Express, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Macclesfield and Ayr from £132. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
5h 9m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£164
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
4h 59m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£132
Cross Country frequency
11 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
5h 39m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£146
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Ayr
Things to do in Ayr
Discover the best of Ayr — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ayr trip today.
- Recommended
Rozelle House Museums and Galleries
Purpose-built gallery and museum with changing exhibitions, local history displays and family-friendly interpretation in Ayr's cultural quarter.
- Recommended
Culzean Castle
Country house galleries within Culzean Country Park, showing art, furnished rooms and estate history in an impressive clifftop setting.
- Must visit
Ayr Beach
Long sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, sunsets and sea air. It is a classic Ayr outing close to the town centre.
- Recommended
Rozelle Park
Large public park with gardens, woodland paths, a café area and access to museums. It is ideal for a quieter stroll away from the seafront.
- Recommended
The Low Green
Broad riverside green space and harbour-side walking area where the River Ayr meets the sea. Good for local views, fresh air and a quieter stroll.
Mince and Tatties Pie
A rich beef mince stew topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden. A long-standing Ayrshire and Scottish comfort dish found in homes and pubs.
Cullen Skink Style Smoked Haddock Breakfast
Smoked haddock poached in milk, often served with poached egg and buttery bread. A classic west coast breakfast dish tied to Scottish fishing traditions.
Haggis
Oats mixed with suet, onion and seasoning, traditionally cooked in a sheep’s stomach. Scotland’s signature savoury dish with a strong Burns Night link in Ayrshire.
The Balgarth Pines
Well-known Indian restaurant in Ayr offering classic curries, tandoori dishes and warm service in a comfortable dining room.
The Rabbit
Stylish seafront restaurant in the Marine Troon hotel, known for Scottish produce, seafood and grill dishes in a polished setting.
Scotts Bar & Restaurant
Established harbour-side venue in nearby Troon with seafood, steaks and Scottish dishes, plus marina views and a smart casual atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Ayr is moderate by UK standards, with fairly priced hotels, casual dining, and local transport. Costs are usually lower than in Glasgow or Edinburgh.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £40+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- >= £2.00
- Day pass
- >= £4.00
To the city centre
Ayr railway station -> Ayr Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless payment is available on Stagecoach buses in Ayr. Buy single, return and day tickets on the Stagecoach Bus app.
- Ayr railway station is close to the town centre and Ayr Bus Station. Walking is often the quickest option for central Ayr.
FAQs: Macclesfield to Ayr train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Macclesfield 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Macclesfield to Ayr can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £132, while the average price tends to be around £202.
The train journey from Macclesfield to Ayr covers a distance of 294 km and takes approximately 4h 59m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Macclesfield to Ayr is 294 km.
The first train from Macclesfield to Ayr leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Macclesfield to Ayr departs at 10:43.
Trains from Macclesfield to Ayr run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Macclesfield to Ayr.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Macclesfield to Ayr.
To travel from Macclesfield to Ayr, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Macclesfield to Ayr.
The train station in Macclesfield that goes to Ayr is Macclesfield station (MAC), and it arrives at Ayr station (AYR).
The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Ayr is by train, costing approximately £132.
Booking trains from Macclesfield to Ayr in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Macclesfield to Ayr offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Peak District and the rolling hills of southern Scotland, providing a pleasant and visually appealing experience for travellers.
A day trip from Macclesfield to Ayr is not feasible due to a travel time of 4h 59m. However, there are 6 train trips available per day.
To fully explore Ayr, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to visit its notable attractions like the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, the scenic Ayr Beach, and Culzean Castle.
Yes, you can take the train from Macclesfield to Ayr.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Macclesfield and Ayr
Most Macclesfield to Ayr trains use the Macclesfield to Ayr station pair. Use this guide to compare Macclesfield and Ayr train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Macclesfield
Arrival train stations in Ayr
Which Macclesfield station do trains to Ayr leave from?
Trains from Macclesfield to Ayr leave from Macclesfield. The station is from Macclesfield city centre at Macclesfield station, Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP.
MacclesfieldMacclesfield station, Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP
City-centre transport
Getting to Macclesfield from Macclesfield city centre
Bus391 · 3m · every ~1 min
Macclesfield train station facilities and services
Macclesfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Macclesfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Macclesfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Macclesfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Macclesfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Macclesfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Macclesfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: Yes.
Which Ayr station do trains from Macclesfield arrive at?
Trains from Macclesfield to Ayr arrive at Ayr. Ayr is 1 km from Ayr city centre.
AyrAyr station, Smith Street, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA7 1TH+44 344 811 0141
City-centre transport
Getting to Ayr from Ayr city centre
Bus14, 347, 352, 52, 42A, 3, 6, 3B, 42, X42 · 8m · £2 · every ~31 min
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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