The average train between Irvine and Leuchars takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Irvine to Leuchars. 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 Irvine and Leuchars. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irvine is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Leuchars at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Irvine to Leuchars? 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 Irvine to Leuchars. However, there are services departing from Irvine station and arriving at Leuchars station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Irvine to Leuchars train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.
Irvine to Leuchars train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dundee station.
Book your Irvine to Leuchars train tickets online with ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Irvine and Leuchars is 138.9 km. The road distance is 194 km.
You can take a train from Irvine to Leuchars via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Dundee in around 3h 20m.