The average train between Kent and Ayr takes 7h 58m and the fastest train takes 6h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 12:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 7h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 5m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Ashford International station and arriving at Ayr station via London St Pancras Intl station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.
Kent to Ayr train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Kent and Ayr is 587.4 km. The road distance is 698 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Ayr via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 41m.