How to get from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness by train?

Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness - Train Timetable

The SCOTRAIL train from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness runs from 05:15 to 23:05, with departures every 5 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 5 hr 20 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness by train

To get from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Ayr station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Stirling station to Inverness station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 20 min. The train schedule from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Inverness on the Moovit app.

320min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Inverness
Leaves from Ayr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ayr
    750 m • 10 min
  • 2
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    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
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    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stirling
    36 min
  • 7
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    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverness
    177 min
  • 9
    Walk to Inverness
    Walk to
    Inverness
    Queensgate
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness

The distance between Ayr Bus Station, Ayr and Inverness is approximately 361.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 320 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Inverness – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness

To check the train timetable from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ayr Bus Station, Ayr) and destination (Inverness), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness?

    The fastest way takes 320 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Ayr Bus Station, Ayr and Inverness?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Ayr station near Ayr Bus Station, Ayr in Ayr to Glasgow Central station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Glasgow Central station near Inverness.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to Inverness by train?

    The total travel time between Ayr Bus Station, Ayr and Inverness by train is about 5 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ayr Bus Station, Ayr to get to Inverness?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Ayr station near Ayr Bus Station, Ayr in Ayr.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ayr Bus Station, Ayr and Inverness?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Central station, which is closest to Inverness.

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