The average train between Ayr and Swansea takes 10h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Swansea. 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 Swansea. 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 Swansea at 1:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 10h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Swansea? 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 Swansea. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Swansea station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.
Ayr to Swansea train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Swansea train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Ayr to Swansea train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Ayr and Swansea is 429.6 km. The road distance is 749 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Swansea via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 9h 28m.