The average train between Ayr and Leeds takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 58m. There is a train service every few hours 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 every 2 hours 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 12:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want 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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.
Ayr to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Ayr to Leeds train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Ayr and Leeds is 271.6 km. The road distance is 509 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Leeds via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 4m.