The average train between Ayr and Thirsk takes 6h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Thirsk. 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 Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 8:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 6h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Thirsk? 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 Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Thirsk station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.
Ayr to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Ayr to Thirsk train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Thirsk is 251.2 km. The road distance is 501 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Thirsk via Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley, and York in around 5h 53m.