The average train between Gloucester and Ayr takes 8h 1m and the fastest train takes 6h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Gloucester 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 every 3 hours between Gloucester and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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7h 6m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Gloucester station and arriving at Ayr station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.
Gloucester to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.
Gloucester to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Gloucester to Ayr train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Gloucester and Ayr is 429.8 km. The road distance is 621 km.
You can take a train from Gloucester to Ayr via Birmingham New Street, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 25m.