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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from St Andrew's House to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.95–$8.86

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$88.60

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04
Train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$18.99

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock is to bus via St Andrew's House which costs $14.13 - $20.65 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $20.65 - $31.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kilmarnock is 112 km. The road distance is 105.3 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 53m and costs $21.74 - $44.57 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kilmarnock bus from?

Edinburgh to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kilmarnock train from?

Edinburgh to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs $19.57 - $28.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23.91 - $92.39 and takes 2h 43m. There are no good options to fly between Edinburgh to Kilmarnock.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Edinburgh to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kilmarnock is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Kilmarnock?

Book your Edinburgh to Kilmarnock train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 418+ hotels available in Kilmarnock. Prices start at $50.20 per night.
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