The average train between Swindon and Ayr takes 9h 8m and the fastest train takes 7h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Swindon 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 Swindon and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Ayr at 1:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 9h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Ayr station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.
Swindon to Ayr train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Ayr train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Swindon to Ayr train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Ayr is 473.3 km. The road distance is 728 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Ayr via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 29m.