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It takes an average of 5h 25m to travel from Durham to Ayr by train, over a distance of around 129 miles (208 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Durham to Ayr and tickets for this journey start from £29.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:29 | |
| Departure station | Durham | |
| Arrival station | Ayr | |
| Journey time | From 4h 4m | |
| Distance | 129 miles (208 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £29.10 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Durham to Ayr in 4 hours 4 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Durham to Ayr? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 25 minutes to travel the 129 miles (208 km) from Durham to Ayr by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 35 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to Ayr. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Durham to Ayr in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £29.10. 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 Ayr by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Durham to Ayr?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.