The average train between Nottingham and Ayr takes 6h 52m and the fastest train takes 6h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Ayr at 1:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Central and take an average of 6h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Ayr station via Warrington Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.
Nottingham to Ayr train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Ayr train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Nottingham to Ayr train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Nottingham and Ayr is 359.3 km. The road distance is 575 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Ayr via Warrington Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 7h.