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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Ayr takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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.

5h 37m
Duration
268 mi
Distance
£111
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Centraltrain train London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
  2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain train Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
5h 18m
£88–149

Runcorn to Ayr train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Runcorn and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Ayr at 10:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bus Interchange Stand K and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 17m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 22m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 5m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 50m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 5m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 50m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 51m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 5m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 50m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 51m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 5m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 50m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 51m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 5m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 50m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 51m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn 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.

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  • Distance: 268.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Ayr via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand K, Thynne Street, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 18m.

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