The average train between Stoke-on-Trent and Ardrossan takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 5h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Stoke-on-Trent to Ardrossan. 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Ardrossan. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Stoke-on-Trent is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Ardrossan at 9:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Stoke-on-Trent to Ardrossan? 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent station and arriving at Ardrossan station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.
Stoke-on-Trent to Ardrossan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.
Stoke-on-Trent to Ardrossan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ardrossan Town station.
Book your Stoke-on-Trent to Ardrossan train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Ardrossan is 339 km. The road distance is 467 km.
You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Ardrossan Town via Manchester Piccadilly, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 58m.