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Trains from Oxford to Ayr (AYR)

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16

train journeys
per day

290

miles (468 kms)

7hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 23:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Oxford to Ayr (AYR)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Oxford 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 Oxford to Ayr is approximately 290 miles (468 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 20 mins.

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, GWR, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, London Overground, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Ayr.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oxford to Ayr. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Oxford to Ayr

Journeys from Oxford to Ayr Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:20
    8 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    13:52
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:39
    7 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    14:28
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:40
    8 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    15:52
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:39
    7 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    16:28
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:39
    7 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    17:29
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:39
    7 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    18:29
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:39
    7 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    19:27
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:39
    8 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    21:22
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:39
    7 hrs 57 mins3 changes
    21:36
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:39
    8 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    22:51
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:39
    8 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    23:53
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:40
    8 hrs 29 mins4 changes
    01:09
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:39
    13 hrs 45 mins4 changes
    07:24
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:32
    11 hrs 47 mins5 changes
    09:19
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:07
    13 hrs 15 mins5 changes
    12:22
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:15
    13 hrs 11 mins6 changes
    12:26
    Oxford
    Ayr
    Oxford to Ayr

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
AddressOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
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 Oxford and Ayr

The travel time between Oxford and Ayr by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oxford 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 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

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

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, GWR, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, London Overground, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Ayr.

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