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Trip Overview

The average train between Ayr and Exeter takes 9h 34m and the fastest train takes 8h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 34m
Duration
499 mi
Distance
£219
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Ayr to Exeter train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Ayr and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 9h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country12h 43m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 29m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 29m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 29m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 29m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 29m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 31m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country8h 12m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Exeter? 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.

Map of how to get from Ayr to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 498.7 mi
  • Duration: 9h 34m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Exeter St Davids via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 45m.

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