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Manchester Piccadilly to Ayr Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Ayr, starting from NZD 37.30 and averaging NZD 37.30. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 31m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:21 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:57 Ayr |   | Find Tickets |
07:21 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:28 Ayr | | Find Tickets |
07:33 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:22 Ayr |   | Find Tickets |
07:33 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:28 Ayr | | Find Tickets |
07:50 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:56 Ayr | | Find Tickets |
08:33 Manchester Piccadilly | 13:22 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester Piccadilly to Ayr Train Route Details
First train
04:57
Last train
19:50
Journey time
4h 31m
Distance
270 km
Price
NZD 37.30*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Ayr
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly 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.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly 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
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 traveling from Manchester Piccadilly 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 Manchester Piccadilly 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 traveling 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 traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Ayr more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester Piccadilly 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 tickets
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
These are valid for both the 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.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.