The average train between Ayr and Tarbet takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Tarbet. 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 5 times a day between Ayr and Tarbet. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Tarbet at 10:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Tarbet? 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 Tarbet. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Tarbet station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Ayr to Tarbet train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Tarbet train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Arrochar & Tarbet station.
Book your Ayr to Tarbet train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Ayr and Tarbet is 82.5 km. The road distance is 129 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Arrochar & Tarbet via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Dalmuir in around 3h 19m.