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Stranraer to Ayr Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Stranraer to Ayr? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as Rp 112,747, with average prices for this route around Rp 345,004. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
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Departure | Arrival | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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07:04 Stranraer | 08:27 Ayr | 1h 23m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:00 Stranraer | 10:20 Ayr | 1h 20m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:05 Stranraer | 14:26 Ayr | 1h 21m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:07 Stranraer | 18:34 Ayr | 1h 27m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:08 Stranraer | 20:32 Paris | 1h 24m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Stranraer to Ayr Train Route Details
How to book cheap train tickets from Stranraer 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 Stranraer 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 Stranraer 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 to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Stranraer to Ayr, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Stranraer 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.
Stranraer 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.