The average train between Derby and Kilmarnock takes 6h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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 twice daily between Derby and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 2:42 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Derby is at 4:45 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 11:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Kilmarnock station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.
Derby to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Derby and Kilmarnock is 357.5 km. The road distance is 601 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Glasgow Central twice daily. Tickets cost £180–260 and the journey takes 5h 30m.