Buses replace trains between Ayr and Stranraer from Saturday 29 November to Sunday 7 December, and between Kilwinning and Ayr on Sunday 30 November
Engineering work details
Starts Saturday 29 November 2025 to Sunday 07 December 2025
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
ScotRail between Ayr and Girvan / Stranraer, between Glasgow Central / Kilmarnock and Girvan
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Ayr and Stranraer, closing all lines.
Saturday 29 November to Sunday 7 December:
Buses will replace trains between:
Ayr and Girvan
Ayr and Stranraer
Due to road access limitations, the following minibus service will run between Girvan and Stranraer, serving Barrhead and connecting with the main bus services at Girvan and Stranraer:
Girvan and Stranraer
Sunday 30 November:
Buses will replace trains between Kilwinning and Ayr.
Due to road access stations at Barassie, a minibus service will run between Irvine and Barassie, connecting with the main bus service and Irvine.
Check before you travel:
You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner
Replacement bus travel advice:
For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.
You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.
Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.
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