The average train between Ayr and Oldham takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Oldham. 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 Oldham. 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 Oldham at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Oldham? 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 Oldham. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Oldham station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
Ayr to Oldham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Oldham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
The distance between Ayr and Oldham is 268.4 km. The road distance is 436 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Oldham King Street via Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, Manchester Victoria, and Victoria in around 5h 24m.