The average train between Northampton and Ayr takes 7h 5m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Northampton 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 every 3 hours between Northampton and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Ayr at 10:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 7h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 13m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Ayr station via Crewe station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.
Northampton to Ayr train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Northampton to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Northampton and Ayr is 433.6 km. The road distance is 534 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Ayr via Rugby, Crewe, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 59m.