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Trip Overview

The average train between Sheffield and Ayr takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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.

6h 4m
Duration
305 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Sheffield to Ayr train times

Trains run hourly between Sheffield and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Ayr at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 58m • 3 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedCaledonian SleeperScotRail10h 13m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 3m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 3 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 44m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 3m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 3 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 44m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 49m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 4m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 46m • 3 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 9m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 43m • 3 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 9m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 3m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 3 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 44m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 3m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 3 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 44m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Ayr.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 304.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Ayr via Manchester Oxford Road, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 53m.

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