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Reading to Kilmarnock trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Kilmarnock takes 9h 34m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading 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.

9h 34m
Duration
381 mi
Distance
£188
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain train
  3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain train
8h 15m
£156–268

Reading to Kilmarnock train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Reading and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 9h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 381 mi
  • Duration: 9h 34m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 8h 15m.

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