The average train between Ayr and Southport takes 5h 18m 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.
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 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 50m • 2 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Southport. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Southport station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Ayr to Southport train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Southport train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Ayr to Southport train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Southport is 227.5 km. The road distance is 424 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Southport via Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 4h 55m.