The average train between Chatham and Ayr takes 7h 6m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Chatham 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.
Trains run hourly between Chatham and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chatham is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Ayr at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chatham 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.
No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Ayr station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.
Chatham to Ayr train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Chatham station.
Chatham to Ayr train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Chatham to Ayr train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chatham and Ayr is 568.2 km. The road distance is 761 km.
You can take a train from Chatham to Ayr via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 9m.