The average train between Leeds and Ayr takes 5h 54m and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 Leeds and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Ayr at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Ayr station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.
Leeds to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Leeds to Ayr train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leeds and Ayr is 271.6 km. The road distance is 470 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Ayr via Preston and Glasgow Central in around 5h 34m.