Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Leamington Spa to Ayr

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
Chiltern Railways

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Leamington Spa to Ayr

Trains to Ayr from Leamington Spa

First train

04:45

Last train

00:22

Departure stationLeamington Spa
Arrival stationAyr
Journey time

From 6h 7m

Distance

253 miles (407 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Leamington Spa to Ayr?

Check out the next trains departing from Leamington Spa to Ayr for Tuesday 3rd November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:1516:526h 37m, 2 changes
10:4017:216h 41m, 3 changes
11:1717:556h 38m, 3 changes
12:1618:296h 13m, 3 changes
12:1618:546h 38m, 2 changes
13:1719:536h 36m, 3 changes
13:4019:536h 13m, 3 changes
14:1620:526h 36m, 2 changes
15:1721:546h 37m, 3 changes
16:1622:236h 7m, 2 changes

Travelling from Leamington Spa to Ayr by train

If you're planning to travel from Leamington Spa to Ayr, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Leamington Spa to Ayr takes around 8 hours 9 minutes. There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Leamington Spa to Ayr.

You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Ayr, as there are no direct trains.

Trains on this route are operated by Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express and Chiltern Railways.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Leamington Spa to Ayr?

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

How do I get from Leamington Spa to Ayr?

You can travel from Leamington Spa to Ayr by train in about 8 hours and 9 minutes. With around 12 trains running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Leamington Spa to Ayr?

On average, the train journey from Leamington Spa to Ayr takes around 8 hours and 9 minutes, with 12 trains per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Leamington Spa to Ayr?

The fastest trains from Leamington Spa to Ayr can cover the distance of 253 miles (407 km) in as little as 6 hours and 7 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Leamington Spa to Ayr?

No, you can’t travel from Leamington Spa to Ayr on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Leamington Spa 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. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Leamington Spa to Ayr is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link