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Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Inverness (INV)

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12

train journeys
per day

140

miles (226 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 01:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Inverness (INV)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Ayr and Inverness , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ayr to Inverness is approximately 140 miles (226 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 32 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Inverness.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ayr to Inverness. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ayr to Inverness

Journeys from Ayr to Inverness Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:20
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:19
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    12:06
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:29
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:25
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:35
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:35
    5 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    17:02
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:35
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    18:26
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:05
    6 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    20:07
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:19
    6 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    21:23
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:35
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    22:43
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:51
    5 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    23:19
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:05
    14 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:20
    11 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Ayr
    Inverness
    Ayr to Inverness

About Ayr Station

Station name Ayr (AYR)
Address Ayr station, Smith Street, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA7 1TH
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 08:40 - 23:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Inverness Station

Station name Inverness (INV)
Address Inverness station, Academy Street, Inverness, Highland, IV2 3PY
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:30
Saturday 06:30 - 18:30
Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ayr and Inverness

The travel time between Ayr and Inverness by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ayr and Inverness vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:36.

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Amenities on trains between Ayr and Inverness can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ayr & Inverness. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Inverness.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ayr and Inverness, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.