The average train between Lincoln and Ayr takes 8h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 4 hours between Lincoln and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 7:03 PM which arrives into Ayr at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 8h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Ayr station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.
Lincoln to Ayr train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Newark North Gate station.
Lincoln to Ayr train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Lincoln to Ayr train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lincoln and Ayr is 363.6 km. The road distance is 601 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Ayr via Newark North Gate, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 21m.