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Trip Overview

The average train between Ayr and Cardiff Bay (Station) takes 8h 35m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Cardiff Bay (Station). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 35m
Duration
421 mi
Distance
£169
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Ayr to Cardiff Bay (Station) train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Ayr and Cardiff Bay (Station). The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Cardiff Bay (Station) at 11:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales8h 13m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales12h 38m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales12h 31m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 45m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 57m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 45m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 45m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 45m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Cardiff Bay (Station)? 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.

Map of how to get from Ayr to Cardiff Bay (Station).ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 421 mi
  • Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Cardiff Bay (Station), Wales?

You can take a train from Ayr to Cardiff Bay (Station) via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 8h 37m.

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