The average train between Ayr and Portsmouth takes 8h 33m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Portsmouth. 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 Portsmouth. 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 Portsmouth at 11:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ayr to Portsmouth? 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 Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Portsmouth station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.
Ayr to Portsmouth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Portsmouth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Book your Ayr to Portsmouth train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Portsmouth is 569.7 km. The road distance is 828 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Portsmouth & Southsea via Glasgow Central, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 7h 53m.