The average train between Ayr and Sunderland takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Sunderland. 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 Sunderland. 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 Sunderland at 9:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 19m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ayr to Sunderland? 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 Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Sunderland station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.
Ayr to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Ayr to Sunderland train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Sunderland is 215.5 km. The road distance is 359 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Sunderland via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Newcastle in around 4h 30m.