The average train between Kilmarnock and Leeds takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilmarnock to Leeds. 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 every 4 hours between Kilmarnock and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilmarnock is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Leeds at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock station and arriving at Leeds station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.
Kilmarnock to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.
Kilmarnock to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Kilmarnock to Leeds train tickets online with ScotRail and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Kilmarnock and Leeds is 276.7 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Leeds via Carlisle in around 5h 26m.