The average train between Derby and Ayr takes 6h 40m and the fastest train takes 6h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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 twice daily between Derby and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 2:42 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Derby is at 4:45 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Ayr station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.
Derby to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Derby to Ayr train tickets online with Cross Country and ScotRail.
The distance between Derby and Ayr is 349.1 km. The road distance is 628 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Ayr via Glasgow Central in around 6h 42m.