The average train between Hull and Ayr takes 7h 47m and the fastest train takes 6h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull 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 Hull and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:22 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 7h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Hull 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 Hull to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Ayr station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.
Hull to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Hull to Ayr train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hull and Ayr is 336.3 km. The road distance is 543 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Ayr via York, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 32m.