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Paisley St James to Ayr Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Paisley St James to Ayr? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €12.90, with average prices for this route around €12.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:41 1h 11m, Changes required Paisley St James	08:52 Ayr	Find Tickets
08:41 1h 11m, Changes required Paisley St James	09:52 Ayr	Find Tickets
09:11 1h 13m, Changes required Paisley St James	10:24 Ayr	Find Tickets
09:41 1h 3m, Changes required Paisley St James	10:44 Ayr	Find Tickets
10:10 1h 12m, Changes required Paisley St James	11:22 Ayr	Find Tickets
10:40 1h 4m, Changes required Paisley St James	11:44 Paris	Find Tickets

Paisley St James to Ayr Train Route Details

First train

05:53

Last train

23:29

Departure station

Paisley St James

Arrival station

Ayr

Journey time

52m

Distance

46 km

Price

€12.90*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Paisley St James to Ayr

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Paisley St James to Ayr. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Paisley St James 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Paisley St James to Ayr ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Paisley St James to Ayr more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Paisley St James 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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