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Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Ayr (AYR)

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15

train journeys
per day

280

miles (452 kms)

8hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Ayr (AYR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Cathays and Ayr , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cathays to Ayr is approximately 280 miles (452 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Ayr.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cathays to Ayr. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 28 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cathays to Ayr

Journeys from Cathays to Ayr Today

  • Mon 6th Jan
    05:39
    8 hrs 49 mins5 changes
    14:28
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:02
    8 hrs 50 mins5 changes
    15:52
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:38
    8 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    16:28
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:38
    8 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    17:29
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:38
    8 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    18:29
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:08
    8 hrs 19 mins5 changes
    19:27
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:38
    9 hrs 44 mins5 changes
    21:22
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:08
    8 hrs 28 mins5 changes
    21:36
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:37
    9 hrs 14 mins5 changes
    22:51
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    15:32
    8 hrs 21 mins5 changes
    23:53
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    15:38
    9 hrs 31 mins5 changes
    01:09
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    15:45
    15 hrs 10 mins6 changes
    06:55
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    17:02
    14 hrs 22 mins5 changes
    07:24
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    21:38
    12 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    10:28
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    23:45
    14 hrs 7 mins5 changes
    13:52
    Cathays
    Ayr
    Cathays to Ayr

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
AddressCathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Ayr Station

Station name Ayr (AYR)
AddressAyr station, Smith Street, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA7 1TH
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 08:40 - 23:05
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cathays and Ayr

The travel time between Cathays and Ayr by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cathays and Ayr vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Cathays 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 Cathays & Ayr. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Ayr.

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