The average train between Reading and Ayr takes 8h 40m and the fastest train takes 7h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading 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 2 hours between Reading and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Ayr at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Reading 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 Reading to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Ayr station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.
Reading to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Ayr train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Reading to Ayr train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Reading and Ayr is 507.1 km. The road distance is 695 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Ayr via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 16m.