The average train between Blackpool and Kilmarnock takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Kilmarnock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Kilmarnock station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Blackpool to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Kilmarnock station.
Book your Blackpool to Kilmarnock train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Kilmarnock is 220.1 km. The road distance is 373 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Kilmarnock via Preston and Glasgow Central in around 4h 19m.