Motherwell to Ayr by train

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Overview: trains from Motherwell to Ayr

Find the key information for travelling by train from Motherwell to Ayr, 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 06:16 View journey
Last train 23:14 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 17m View journey
Distance (km) 54
Trains / day 39 View all
Cheapest journey £13.61 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 37m
Train operators 6

Explore Motherwell to Ayr by train

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

Cost of train tickets between Motherwell and Ayr

The cheapest train tickets from Motherwell to Ayr start at £13.61. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Motherwell to Ayr is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 2 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Motherwell to Ayr departure frequency and train timetable

With 39 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 20 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:16 and the last one is at 23:14. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:16, with the last one at 22:22.

Motherwell to Ayr distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 54 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 17 minutes.

When do tickets between Motherwell and Ayr go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Motherwell and Ayr 2 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.

Further insights on trains from Motherwell to Ayr

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Ayr city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Motherwell to Ayr

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

The train journey between Motherwell and Ayr covers 54 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.