The average train between Basildon and Ayr takes 7h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Basildon 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.
Trains run hourly between Basildon and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Basildon is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 7h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Basildon 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.
No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Basildon station and arriving at Ayr station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.
Basildon to Ayr train services, operated by c2c, depart from London Euston station.
Basildon to Ayr train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Basildon to Ayr train tickets online with c2c, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Basildon and Ayr is 548.2 km. The road distance is 749 km.
You can take a train from Basildon to Ayr via West Ham, West Ham station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 22m.