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

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Kilmarnock is to bus via Pitlochry which costs £15 - £28 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Station and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Aviemore and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Aviemore and Kilmarnock is 161 miles. The road distance is 154 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aviemore to Kilmarnock without a car is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £16 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Aviemore to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Kilmarnock bus from?

Aviemore to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Aviemore to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Kilmarnock is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £16 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Aviemore to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Aviemore to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aviemore to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Aviemore to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Kilmarnock is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Aviemore to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Aviemore to Kilmarnock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aviemore to Kilmarnock by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
3h 43m
£16–26
Train
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
4h 19m
£45–102
Drive 153.1 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Kilmarnockcar 153.1 mi
2h 56m
£38–55
Bus via Pitlochry
1. Take the bus from Aviemore station to Pitlochrybus Ember
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
4h 20m
£16–27
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
4h 39m
£45–141

Aviemore to Kilmarnock by train and foot

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.9 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Station to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £20–29 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aviemore to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 4h 19m.

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