The average train between Sunderland and Ayr takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland 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 2 hours between Sunderland and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Ayr at 12:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Ayr station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Sunderland to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sunderland station.
Sunderland to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Sunderland to Ayr train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Ayr is 215.5 km. The road distance is 345 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Ayr via Carlisle and Glasgow Central in around 4h 34m.