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The average train between Ayr and Southport takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Southport. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 21m
Duration
264 mi
Distance
£106
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ayr to Southport train times

Trains run hourly between Ayr and Southport. 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 Southport at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited9h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 53m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 53m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 50m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 38m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 53m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 53m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 53m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 50m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Southport? 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 Southport.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 263.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Southport, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Southport via Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 4h 56m.

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