The average train between Ayr and Leeds takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. There is an hourly train service from Ayr to Leeds. 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 hourly between Ayr and Leeds. 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 Leeds at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 58m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ayr to Leeds? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Leeds station via Glasgow Central station, Edinburgh Waverley station and York station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.
Ayr to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.
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The distance between Ayr and Leeds is 271.6 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Leeds via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and York in around 5h 4m.