The average train between Ayr and Maidstone takes 7h 43m and the fastest train takes 6h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Maidstone. 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 Maidstone. 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 Maidstone at 10:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Maidstone? 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 Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Maidstone station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.
Ayr to Maidstone train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Maidstone train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Maidstone East station.
Book your Ayr to Maidstone train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Maidstone is 578 km. The road distance is 771 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Maidstone East via Glasgow Central, London Euston, Euston station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 7h 53m.