The average train between Margate and Ayr takes 7h 55m and the fastest train takes 7h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Margate 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 Margate and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Ayr at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Margate 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 Margate to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Ayr station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.
Margate to Ayr train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Ayr train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Margate to Ayr train tickets online with Southeastern, Caledonian Sleeper and 2 other operators.
The distance between Margate and Ayr is 603.8 km. The road distance is 853 km.
You can take a train from Margate to Ayr via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 58m.