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Stirling to Ayr train prices and times

Looking to travel from Stirling to Ayr? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £19.30, with average prices for this route around £10.60.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:50 Stirling	07:55 Ayr	2h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:54 Stirling	08:24 Ayr	2h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:52 Stirling	08:52 Ayr	2h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:57 Stirling	09:19 Ayr	2h 22m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:25 Stirling	09:25 Ayr	2h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:54 Stirling	09:54 Paris	2h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Stirling to Ayr train route details

First train

05:50

Last train

23:32

Departure station

Stirling

Arrival station

Ayr

Journey time

1h 56m

Distance

54 miles

Price

£19.30*

Train Operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Stirling to Ayr

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Stirling to Ayr during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Stirling to Ayr, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Stirling to Ayr ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Stirling to Ayr more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stirling to Ayr train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Stirling to Ayr with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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Trains from Stirling to Ayr from £19.30

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Stirling to Ayr train prices and times

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