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Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Preston (Lancs)

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11

train journeys
per day

140

miles (226 kms)

4hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 01:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Ayr and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ayr to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 140 miles (226 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 42 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Preston (Lancs).

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ayr to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Ayr to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:20
    4 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    06:52
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:42
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:58
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:57
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:14
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:53
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:23
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:57
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:51
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:19
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    19:58
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    16:21
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    20:57
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    17:53
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    22:37
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    23:20
    7 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    06:55
    Ayr
    Preston (Lancs)
    Ayr to Preston (Lancs)

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

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ayr and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Ayr and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ayr and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 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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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ayr & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Preston (Lancs).

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