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Compare bus and train for Ayr to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $55 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€31). The journey takes 52m versus 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Ayr to Glasgow by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Ayr to Glasgow is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- C145828:29 AM1h07Ayr station (AYR)9:36 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$91One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- C145828:29 AM1h07Ayr station (AYR)9:36 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$91One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- L8737410:05 AM0h51Ayr station (AYR)10:56 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$171One-way0 transfers
Other options
- L873669:05 AM0h51Ayr station (AYR)9:56 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$171One-way0 transfers
- L873628:35 AM0h51Ayr station (AYR)9:26 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$171One-way0 transfers
- L873456:35 AM0h51Ayr station (AYR)7:26 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$171One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Ayr to Glasgow
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- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ayr and Glasgow as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Ayr station (AYR) and arrive in Glasgow Central (GLC).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Glasgow by train.
- 9 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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