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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff Central Station and Ayr takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 7h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff Central Station to Ayr. 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 22m
Duration
420 mi
Distance
£169
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Cardiff Central Station to Ayr train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff Central Station and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff Central Station is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Ayr at 10:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 27m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 47m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 48m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 30m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 36m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail8h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff Central Station to Ayr? 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 Cardiff Central Station to Ayr.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 420 mi
  • Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ayr via Crewe and Glasgow Central in around 7h 54m.

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