Ayr to North Berwick by train
| First train | 05:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:05 | |
| Departure station | Ayr | |
| Arrival station | North Berwick | |
| Journey time | From 3h 10m | |
| Distance | 85 miles (136 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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How to travel from Ayr to North Berwick by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Ayr to North Berwick? Look no further.
You'll usually find 6 trains per day running between Ayr and North Berwick, which usually take 3 hours 43 minutes to complete the 85 miles (136 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to North Berwick by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both ScotRail and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Ayr to North Berwick if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to North Berwick? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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