The average train between Ayr and Windermere takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Windermere. 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 Windermere. 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 Windermere at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Windermere station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
Ayr to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Ayr to Windermere train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Windermere is 163.4 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Windermere via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 9m.