The average train between Ayr and Nottingham takes 8h 18m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Nottingham. 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 Nottingham. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Nottingham at 11:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Nottingham? 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 Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Nottingham station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.
Ayr to Nottingham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Nottingham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Ayr to Nottingham train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Ayr and Nottingham is 359.3 km. The road distance is 560 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Nottingham via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 45m.