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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock is to line 125 bus and bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Noel Street and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Kilmarnock via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Bolton to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Bolton and Kilmarnock is 201 miles. The road distance is 197.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Kilmarnock bus from?

Bolton to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Noel Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Kilmarnock train from?

Bolton to Kilmarnock train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Bolton to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Bolton to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bolton to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Bolton to Kilmarnock train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Kilmarnock is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Bolton to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Bolton to Kilmarnock - 8 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
4h 27m
£43–99
Line 125 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Bus Stationbus 125
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
7h 20m
£14–32
Drive 196.7 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Kilmarnockcar 196.7 mi
3h 39m
£47–68
Fly Manchester Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 49m
£57–139
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
4h 34m
£27–137
Line 125 bus, bus via Coach Stn
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Bus Stationbus 125
2. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 181
7h 45m
£21–54
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
6h 25m
£61–178
Train to Liverpool, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LPL - GLA
6h 16m
£62–164

Bolton to Kilmarnock by train

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4h 27mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock.

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Distance: 200.2 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Kilmarnock via Carlisle in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Noel Street to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 20m.

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