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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Ayr takes 8h 15m and the fastest train takes 7h 5m. The train service runs several times per day 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.

8h 15m
Duration
432 mi
Distance
£220
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Reading to Ayr train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Reading and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Ayr at 12:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 7m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 8m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 7m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 8m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 7m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 8m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 8m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 5m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 8m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 8m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 7m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Reading to Ayr.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 432.1 mi
  • Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Ayr, Scotland?

You can take a train from Reading to Ayr via Birmingham New Street and Glasgow Central in around 7h 58m.

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