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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnsley and Ayr takes 7h 7m and the fastest train takes 5h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnsley to Ayr. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 7m
Duration
229 mi
Distance
£95
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Barnsley to Ayr train times

Trains run hourly between Barnsley and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnsley is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 7h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail12h 18m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail12h 11m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 18m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 44m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 15m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 18m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 44m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 18m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 44m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 18m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 44m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 15m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 18m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 44m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 15m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 16m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 14m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 14m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnsley to Ayr? 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.

Map of how to get from Barnsley to Ayr.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 229.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Ayr Bus Station via Carlisle, Auchinleck, and Well Road in around 6h 45m.

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