The average train between Ayr and Kilmarnock takes 24 min and the fastest train takes 23 min. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Kilmarnock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Ayr and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 8:58 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 24 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ayr station and arriving at Kilmarnock station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 24 min.
Ayr to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilmarnock station.
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The distance between Ayr and Kilmarnock is 18.7 km. The road distance is 25 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Ayr to Kilmarnock every 4 hours. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 24 min.