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

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock is to line 11 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Kilmarnock?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hill Street and arriving at Dunlop Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Ardrossan and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Town and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Ardrossan and Kilmarnock is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock without a car is to line 11 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs £3 - £5.

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

The line 11 bus from Hill Street to Dunlop Street takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Kilmarnock bus from?

Ardrossan to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Hill Street station.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Kilmarnock train from?

Ardrossan to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ardrossan Town station.

Train or bus from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock is to line 11 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Ardrossan to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Ardrossan to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Dunlop Street station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Ardrossan to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Kilmarnock is 16 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Ardrossan to Kilmarnock - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ardrossan to Kilmarnock by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 11 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Dunlop Streetbus 11
1h 12m
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
2h 5m
£15–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ardrossan to Kilmarnocktaxi 15.8 mi
19 min
£35–45
Drive 15.8 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Kilmarnockcar 15.8 mi
19 min
£4–6

Ardrossan to Kilmarnock by bus

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Ardrossan, Scotland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Hill Street to Dunlop Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ardrossan Town to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central in around 2h 5m.

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