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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock is to fly and bus which costs £35 - £180 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Kilmarnock via Stafford and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Bournemouth and Kilmarnock is 453 miles. The road distance is 428.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 9h 42m and costs £190 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Kilmarnock bus from?

Bournemouth to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Kilmarnock train from?

Bournemouth to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock is to train via Stafford which takes 9h 42m and costs £190 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £85 - £230 and takes 13h 41m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Bournemouth to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Kilmarnock is 429 miles. It takes approximately 7h 45m to drive from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock?

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Bournemouth to Kilmarnock - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5h 1m
£102–246
Fly Bournemouth Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
4h 56m
£37–178
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain
9h 42m
£196–322
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
13h 41m
£86–222
Drive 426.2 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Kilmarnockcar 426.2 mi
7h 45m
£105–152
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
4h 30m
£66–205
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 43m
£90–355
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
6h 20m
£102–267
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
7h 17m
£85–234
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
7h 43m
£93–225
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Glasgow Centraltrain Bournemouth - Glasgow Central
10h 48m
£306–429
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn10
15h 2m
£69–251

Bournemouth to Kilmarnock by train

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9h 42mAverage Duration

£196Cheapest Price

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Distance: 450.2 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Kilmarnock via Stafford and Carlisle in around 9h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 41m.

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