The average train between Swindon and Ayr takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Swindon and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 3:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Ayr at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 7h 42m. 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 London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
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), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Ayr is 473.3 km. The road distance is 835 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Ayr via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 38m.