The average train between Crewe and Ayr takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Crewe 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 Crewe and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Crewe is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Ayr at 10:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan North Western and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Crewe 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 Crewe to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Ayr station via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.
Crewe to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Crewe to Ayr train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Crewe and Ayr is 299 km. The road distance is 454 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to Ayr via Wigan North Western and Glasgow Central in around 4h 46m.