The cheapest and fastest trains from Ayr to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ayr to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ayr to Aberdeen will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ayr for Aberdeen on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ayr to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€51 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ayr to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Ayr to Aberdeen trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:36 AM Ayr | 4h47 | 9:23 AM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Ayr to Aberdeen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ayr to Aberdeen
Trains from Ayr to Aberdeen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 20:37 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Ayr to Aberdeen trainsScotRail trains will get you between Ayr and Aberdeen from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ayr to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ayr to Aberdeen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ayr to Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:15 Saturday 05:30 - 23:15 Sunday 08:40 - 23:05 Proposal to alter hours
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platforms 1,2 & 3 - connecting footbridge with stairs or access from street to platform 4. Alternative route is available by going outside the station over the roadbridge Blue Badge parking bays: 7
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Station Road, which leads into Platform 4 car park
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
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