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Windermere to Ayr Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Windermere to Ayr? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €18.33, with average prices for this route around €21.05.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:42 3 hours 46 minutes, Changes required Windermere	10:28 Ayr	Find Tickets
06:42 4 hours 13 minutes, Changes required Windermere	10:55 Ayr	Find Tickets
07:56 3 hours 59 minutes, Changes required Windermere	11:55 Ayr	Find Tickets
07:56 4 hours 30 minutes, Changes required Windermere	12:26 Ayr	Find Tickets
08:52 4 hours 3 minutes, Changes required Windermere	12:55 Ayr	Find Tickets
09:55 3 hours 57 minutes, Changes required Windermere	13:52 Paris	Find Tickets

Windermere to Ayr Train Route Details

First train

06:42

Last train

22:47

Departure station

Windermere

Arrival station

Ayr

Journey time

3 hours 34 minutes

Distance

163 km

Price

€18.33*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Windermere to Ayr

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Windermere to Ayr can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Windermere to Ayr for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Windermere to Ayr, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Windermere to Ayr ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Windermere to Ayr train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Windermere to Ayr Train prices and times

Windermere to Ayr Train Route Details