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Trip Overview

The average train between Ayr and Derby takes 7h 29m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 29m
Duration
332 mi
Distance
£142
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Ayr to Derby train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Ayr and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Derby at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways11h 35m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 36m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 36m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 5m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 35m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 36m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 36m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 36m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways6h 5m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Derby? 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.

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  • Distance: 332.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Derby via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 5m.

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