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Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Reading

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15

train journeys
per day

314

miles (506 kms)

8hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:36 / 22:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

7

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Reading

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

The distance by rail from Ayr to Reading is approximately 314 miles (506 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 31 mins.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Reading.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ayr to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 3 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ayr to Reading

Journeys from Ayr to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:36
    8 hrs 2 mins5 changes
    13:38
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:19
    7 hrs 14 mins5 changes
    14:33
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:56
    7 hrs 43 mins5 changes
    15:39
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:35
    7 hrs 59 mins5 changes
    16:34
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:35
    8 hrs 18 mins5 changes
    17:53
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:35
    7 hrs 59 mins5 changes
    18:34
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:35
    8 hrs 3 mins5 changes
    19:38
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:35
    7 hrs 51 mins5 changes
    20:26
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:35
    8 hrs 10 mins5 changes
    21:45
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:05
    8 hrs 33 mins4 changes
    22:38
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:35
    8 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    22:41
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:35
    8 hrs 3 mins4 changes
    23:38
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:35
    9 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    01:41
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:05
    10 hrs 36 mins5 changes
    08:41
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:33
    12 hrs 5 mins5 changes
    10:38
    Ayr
    Reading
    Ayr to Reading

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

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ayr and Reading

The travel time between Ayr and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ayr and Reading 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 05:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:44.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ayr & Reading. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Reading.

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