The cheapest and fastest trains from Prestwick to Ayr
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
3 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prestwick to Ayr is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prestwick to Ayr will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 6 trains that leave Prestwick for Ayr on Mon, Mar 23, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 3 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 9 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 train and bus for Prestwick to Ayr
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prestwick to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 1 miles (3 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price |
36m Average total duration Fastest 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Prestwick to Ayr train times
The table below shows live departures for Prestwick to Ayr trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:14 AM Prestwick | 0h06 | 11:20 AM Ayr | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prestwick to Ayr
Trains from Prestwick to Ayr run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 1 miles (3 km) distance in 6m.
Distance 1 miles (3 km) |
Average train duration 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Prestwick to Ayr trainsScotRail trains will get you between Prestwick and Ayr from $4 (€3). 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 Prestwick to Ayr
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prestwick to Ayr 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 Ayr, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prestwick to Ayr
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 17:50 Saturday 06:35 - 17:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50 Scottish Bookings only
- 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 from car park to platform 2 and steep ramp to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
- 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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