The average train between Ayr and Canterbury takes 7h 50m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Canterbury. 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 Canterbury. 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 Canterbury at 10:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Canterbury? 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 Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Canterbury station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.
Ayr to Canterbury train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Canterbury train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Canterbury West station.
Book your Ayr to Canterbury train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Canterbury is 599.7 km. The road distance is 820 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Canterbury West via Glasgow Central, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 7h 48m.