The average train between Ayr and Leicester takes 7h 48m and the fastest train takes 5h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Leicester. 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 every 4 hours between Ayr and Leicester. 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 Leicester at 10:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Leicester? 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 Leicester. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Leicester station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Ayr to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Ayr to Leicester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Leicester is 388.3 km. The road distance is 581 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Leicester via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 7h 17m.