Travelling from Ayr to Giffnock by train
Looking to travel from Ayr to Giffnock by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to travel from Ayr to Giffnock by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 18 minutes though. You'll usually find 4 trains per day running along the 27 miles (44 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Giffnock, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. ScotRail are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Giffnock in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Ayr to Giffnock in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Ayr to Giffnock
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Ayr to Giffnock is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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