The average train between Ayr and Cambridge takes 7h 21m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Cambridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ayr and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Cambridge? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Cambridge station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.
Ayr to Cambridge train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Cambridge train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cambridge station.
Book your Ayr to Cambridge train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Cambridge is 478.1 km. The road distance is 797 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Cambridge via Glasgow Central, London Euston, and King's Cross in around 7h 23m.