The average train between Kettering and Ayr takes 8h 52m and the fastest train takes 7h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering 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 Kettering and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Ayr at 5:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 8h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Kettering 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 Kettering to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Ayr station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.
Kettering to Ayr train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Ayr train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Kettering to Ayr train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 4 other operators.
The distance between Kettering and Ayr is 426 km. The road distance is 624 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Ayr via Leicester, Nuneaton, Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 16m.