The cheapest and fastest trains from Ayr to Cairnryan
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ayr to Cairnryan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ayr to Cairnryan will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ayr for Cairnryan on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
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Compare bus and train for Ayr to Cairnryan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Cairnryan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ayr to Cairnryan train times
The table below shows live departures for Ayr to Cairnryan trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:36 AM Ayr | 1h21 | 11:57 AM Cairnryan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ayr to Cairnryan by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ayr to Cairnryan
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 07:04 |
Last train 21:38 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ayr to Cairnryan start from as low as $23 (€19) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $23 (€19) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: ScotRail from Ayr to Cairnryan trainsScotRail trains will get you between Ayr and Cairnryan from $11 (€9). 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 Cairnryan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ayr to Cairnryan 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 Cairnryan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ayr to Cairnryan
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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 at the public bus stop on Prestwick Road.
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