Ayr to Luton by train
| First train | 05:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 13:28 | |
| Departure station | Ayr | |
| Arrival station | Luton | |
| Journey time | From 7h 20m | |
| Distance | 301 miles (485 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
Travelling from Ayr to Luton by train
Looking to travel from Ayr to Luton by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 37 minutes to travel from Ayr to Luton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 20 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 301 miles (485 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Luton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or East Midlands Railway to get to Luton. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Ayr to Luton 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 Luton
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