The average train between Exeter and Kilmarnock takes 10h 19m and the fastest train takes 7h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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 5 times a day between Exeter and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 10h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Kilmarnock station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.
Exeter to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Kilmarnock station.
Book your Exeter to Kilmarnock train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Exeter and Kilmarnock is 547.3 km. The road distance is 720 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 9h 7m.