The average train between Cheltenham and Ayr takes 8h 4m and the fastest train takes 6h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 11m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa station and arriving at Ayr station via Birmingham New Street station, Warrington Bank Quay station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.
Cheltenham to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Cheltenham and Ayr is 430.3 km. The road distance is 527 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Ayr via Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 19m.