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Trip Overview

The average train between Plymouth and Ayr takes 10h 58m and the fastest train takes 9h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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.

10h 58m
Duration
550 mi
Distance
£246
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Plymouth to Ayr train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Plymouth and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 10h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 55m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 58m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 56m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 55m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 59m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 4m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 54m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 59m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 4m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 54m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 59m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 4m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 54m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 56m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 57m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 58m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 56m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 54m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 26m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 25m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 25m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 59m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 4m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 54m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail9h 38m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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.

Map of how to get from Plymouth to Ayr.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 550.2 mi
  • Duration: 10h 58m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a train from Plymouth to Ayr via Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 10h 7m.

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