The average train between Folkestone and Ayr takes 7h 55m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Ayr station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.
Folkestone to Ayr train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Ayr train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Folkestone to Ayr train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Ayr is 621 km. The road distance is 820 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Ayr via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 26m.