West Kilbride to Ayr by train
| First train | 06:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:10 | |
| Departure station | West Kilbride | |
| Arrival station | Ayr | |
| Journey time | From 44m | |
| Distance | 19 miles (30 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from West Kilbride to Ayr in 44 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from West Kilbride to Ayr? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 1 minute to travel the 19 miles (30 km) from West Kilbride to Ayr by train, although you can get there in as little as 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with ScotRail for all or at least part of your journey to Ayr.
Book train tickets from West Kilbride to Ayr in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ayr by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from West Kilbride to Ayr
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