What is the cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby?

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby?

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Town Centre Stances and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Kirkby?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Kirkby is 227 miles. The road distance is 215.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cumbernauld to Kirkby without a car?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby without a car is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 5h 4m and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Kirkby bus from?

Cumbernauld to Kirkby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cumbernauld to Kirkby?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 5h 4m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 6h 29m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £220 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Kirkby bus arrive?

Cumbernauld to Kirkby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Kirkby is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Cumbernauld to Kirkby.

Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2372+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Cumbernauld to Kirkby - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cumbernauld to Kirkby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Wigan North Western
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Wigan North WesternGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
5h 4m
£42–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
6h 29m
£40–74
Drive 214.1 mi
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Kirkby214.1 mi
3h 26m
£54–77
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
6h 2m
£73–220
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Liverpool Lime StreetGlasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 26m
£42–129
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Croy to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 52m
£91–247
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Huyton
6h 54m
£73–176
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Street
6h 13m
£47–179

Cumbernauld to Kirkby by train and bus

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.5 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Cumbernauld, Scotland and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Wigan North Western every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–120 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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