The average train between Windermere and Ayr takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Windermere 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 Windermere and Ayr. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Ayr at 9:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Windermere 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 Windermere to Ayr. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Ayr station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Windermere to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Windermere to Ayr train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ayr station.
Book your Windermere to Ayr train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Windermere and Ayr is 163.4 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Ayr via Oxenholme Lake District and Glasgow Central in around 3h 57m.