The average train between Mallaig and Ayr takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Mallaig 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 3 times a day between Mallaig and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mallaig is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Ayr at 10:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Mallaig station and arriving at Ayr station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.
Mallaig to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.
Mallaig to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Mallaig and Ayr is 186.8 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Mallaig to Ayr via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 48m.