The average train between Runcorn and Ayr takes 5h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Ayr at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 5h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 14m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Runcorn 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 Runcorn to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street station and arriving at Ayr station via Preston station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.
Runcorn to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Runcorn to Ayr train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Runcorn and Ayr is 266 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Ayr via Liverpool Lime Street, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 39m.