What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which costs £55 - £190 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 6h 7m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from North Parade and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park, Chester Bus Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Kilmarnock via Shrewsbury, Crewe and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Kilmarnock is 381 miles. The road distance is 317.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 8h 39m and costs £40 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock?

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock bus from?

Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from North Parade station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock train from?

Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 8h 39m and costs £40 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock is 318 miles. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock?

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Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
8h 39m
£44–211
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Fire StationT3 / ...
3. Take the train from Wrexham Central to Bidston
4. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow Central
12h 11m
Drive 316 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock316 mi
6h 7m
£80–115
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
7h 6m
£56–185
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
8h 47m
£55–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Corwen Car ParkT3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Railway StationT8
4. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station830
12h 15m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
7h 25m
£63–189
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
4. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
9h 3m
£74–218
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
4. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
5. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
9h 23m
£80–232

Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 378.3 mi
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Kilmarnock via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Parade to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park, Railway Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 15m.

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