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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Kilmarnock takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton 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.

5h 4m
Duration
200 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Bolton to Kilmarnock train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Bolton and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:38 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 7:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 11m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    TransPennine ExpressScotRail13h 8m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 18m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Kilmarnock? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 200.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bolton to Kilmarnock via Carlisle in around 4h 16m.

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