Ayr to Sheffield by train

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Overview: trains from Ayr to Sheffield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Ayr to Sheffield, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:13 View journey
Last train 23:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 39m View journey
Distance (km) 309
Trains / day 23 View all
Cheapest journey £168.57 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 9m
Train operators 10

Explore Ayr to Sheffield by train

Thinking about travelling from Ayr to Sheffield by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train travel between Ayr and Sheffield: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Ayr to Sheffield:

  • Cheapest tickets: £167.93

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 3 and a half months in advance.

Train times for travel from Ayr to Sheffield

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:13 and the last departure is 23:00. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:13 and the last train leaves at 23:00. On average, a total of 23 trains make this journey each day.

Travel time and distance between Ayr and Sheffield

The route’s fastest journey takes 5 hours and 39 minutes, covering a total of 309 kilometres.

When do tickets between Ayr and Sheffield go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Ayr and Sheffield 3 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Ayr to Sheffield travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Sheffield.

FAQs about the train journey from Ayr to Sheffield

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

The distance between Ayr and Sheffield is 309 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.