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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Ayr (AYR)

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19

train journeys
per day

347

miles (558 kms)

10hrs

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Ayr (AYR)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Ayr , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Ayr is approximately 347 miles (558 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 12hrs 15 mins.

Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Ayr.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Ayr. The fastest journey time on this route takes 10hrs.

Map of the rail routes from Christchurch to Ayr

Journeys from Christchurch to Ayr Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:23
    10 hrs 29 mins 6 changes
    15:52
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:42
    9 hrs 46 mins 5 changes
    16:28
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:37
    9 hrs 52 mins 6 changes
    17:29
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:31
    9 hrs 58 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    18:29
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:39
    9 hrs 50 mins 6 changes
    18:29
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:43
    9 hrs 44 mins 6 changes
    19:27
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:36
    10 hrs 46 mins 6 changes
    21:22
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:30
    10 hrs 6 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    21:36
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:36
    10 hrs 6 changes
    21:36
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:36
    10 hrs 16 mins 6 changes
    22:52
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:36
    10 hrs 16 mins 6 changes
    23:52
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:36
    16 hrs 18 mins 6 changes
    06:54
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:36
    15 hrs 47 mins 6 changes
    07:23
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:30
    12 hrs 58 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    08:28
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:33
    12 hrs 55 mins 6 changes
    08:28
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:34
    15 hrs 48 mins 6 changes
    12:22
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:20
    16 hrs 32 mins 6 changes
    13:52
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:20
    15 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    14:28
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:35
    16 hrs 17 mins 6 changes
    15:52
    Christchurch
    Ayr
    Christchurch to Ayr

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Christchurch and Ayr

The travel time between Christchurch and Ayr by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 12hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 10hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Ayr vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Christchurch & Ayr. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Ayr.

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