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The average train between Ayr and Wales takes 8h 23m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 23m
Duration
420 mi
Distance
£169
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain train
  2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain train
8h 12m
£141–231

Ayr to Wales train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Ayr and Wales. 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 Wales at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 17m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales8h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 45m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 45m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 45m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 29m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 8m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 39m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 7m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Wales? 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.

Map of how to get from Ayr to Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 420 mi
  • Duration: 8h 23m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Wales?

You can take a train from Ayr to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h 12m.

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