The average train between Grimsby and Ayr takes 7h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Ayr at 10:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 7h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 18m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Ayr station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.
Grimsby to Ayr train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Ayr train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Grimsby to Ayr train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Grimsby and Ayr is 361.9 km. The road distance is 598 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Ayr via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 43m.