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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Ayr (AYR)

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16

train journeys
per day

217

miles (349 kms)

6hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

06:42 / 01:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Ayr (AYR)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Ayr , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Ayr is approximately 217 miles (349 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 59 mins.

East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Ayr.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Ayr. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 41 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Derby to Ayr

Journeys from Derby to Ayr Today

  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:42
    7 hrs 10 mins4 changes
    13:52
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:38
    6 hrs 50 mins4 changes - overtaken train
    14:28
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:46
    6 hrs 42 mins5 changes
    14:28
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:47
    7 hrs 5 mins4 changes
    15:52
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:47
    6 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    16:28
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:47
    6 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    17:29
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:47
    6 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    18:29
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:46
    6 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    19:27
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:48
    7 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    21:22
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    14:47
    6 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    21:36
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    15:47
    7 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    22:51
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    16:46
    7 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    23:53
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    17:46
    7 hrs 23 mins4 changes
    01:09
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    18:47
    12 hrs 37 mins4 changes
    07:24
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    22:29
    11 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    10:28
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr
  • Mon 6th Jan
    23:40
    12 hrs 46 mins4 changes
    12:26
    Derby
    Ayr
    Derby to Ayr

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
AddressDerby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Derby and Ayr

The travel time between Derby and Ayr by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Ayr vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:06.

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Amenities on trains between Derby 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 Derby & Ayr. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Ayr.

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