The average train between Penrith and Ayr takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith 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 Penrith and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Ayr at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Ayr station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Penrith to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Penrith to Ayr train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Ayr is 148.7 km. The road distance is 257 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Ayr via Glasgow Central in around 2h 40m.