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Ayr to Accrington by train

First train

05:35

Last train

11:05

Departure station

Ayr

Arrival station

Accrington

Journey time

From 4h 27m

Distance

148 miles (239 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Ayr to Accrington in 4 hours 27 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Ayr to Accrington? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 38 minutes to travel the 148 miles (239 km) from Ayr to Accrington by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or ScotRail, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Ayr to Accrington in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Accrington by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Ayr to Accrington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Ayr to Accrington take?

The average journey time by train between Ayr and Accrington is 4 hours and 38 minutes, with around 10 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Ayr and Accrington by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Ayr to Accrington is 4 hours and 27 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Ayr to Accrington?

No, there are no direct train services from Ayr to Accrington. Travelling from Ayr to Accrington by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Ayr to Accrington leave?

The first train from Ayr to Accrington leaves at 05:35. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Ayr to Accrington leave?

The last train from Ayr to Accrington leaves at 11:05. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Ayr and Accrington by train?

Trains travelling from Ayr to Accrington cover a distance of around 148 miles (239 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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