The average train between Burnley and Ayr takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley 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 Burnley and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Ayr at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Burnley 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 Burnley to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Ayr station via Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Burnley to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Burnley to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Burnley and Ayr is 241.3 km. The road distance is 296 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Ayr via Preston and Glasgow Central in around 4h 28m.