The average train between Oxford and Ayr takes 7h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford 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 Oxford and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 7:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Ayr at 10:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 7h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Ayr station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.
Oxford to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Oxford to Ayr train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Oxford and Ayr is 468.8 km. The road distance is 651 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Ayr via Stafford and Glasgow Central in around 7h 34m.