The average train between Gloucester and Ayr takes 8h 33m and the fastest train takes 7h 16m. 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 2 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 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 16m • 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 station, Warrington Bank Quay station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.
Gloucester to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.
Gloucester to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Gloucester and Ayr is 429.8 km. The road distance is 533 km.
You can take a train from Gloucester to Ayr via Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 35m.