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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £26 - £75 and takes 11h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which takes 4h 37m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Cheltenham, Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Cheltenham and Kilmarnock is 330 miles. The road distance is 330.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 7h 17m and costs £75 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Kilmarnock bus from?

Cheltenham to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cheltenham station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock is to train via Carlisle which takes 7h 17m and costs £75 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £75 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Cheltenham to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Kilmarnock is 331 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 496+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Cheltenham to Kilmarnock - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
7h 17m
£76–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall StUk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
11h 7m
£27–75
Drive 328.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Kilmarnock328.7 mi
5h 37m
£81–116
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
4h 52m
£46–117
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Glasgow CentralPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 54m
£183–563
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
4h 37m
£46–137
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 15m
£51–136
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h
£51–151
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
6h 15m
£108–414
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
6h 43m
£82–304

Cheltenham to Kilmarnock by train

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7h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 328.1 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 7h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Cheltenham, Newhall St, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 7m.

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