The average train between Ayr and Poole takes 9h 15m and the fastest train takes 7h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Poole. 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 Poole. 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 Poole at 11:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 9h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Poole? 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 Poole. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Poole station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.
Ayr to Poole train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Poole train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Poole station.
Book your Ayr to Poole train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Poole is 556.8 km. The road distance is 892 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Poole via Glasgow Central, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 8h 46m.