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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Kilmarnock is to train and car ferry and bus which costs £50 - £90 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Kilmarnock is to fly and train which takes 4h 48m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Custom House Quay and arriving at Church Street via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Dublin to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Dublin and Kilmarnock is 225 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Kilmarnock without a car is to train and bus and ferry which takes 9h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Dublin to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Kilmarnock bus from?

Dublin to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Custom House Quay station.

Where does the Dublin to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Dublin to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Glengall Street station.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 496+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Dublin to Kilmarnock - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus and ferry

There are 11 ways to get from Dublin to Kilmarnock by plane, train, busferry, car ferry, bus, ferry, or car

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

Fly Dublin Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
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1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)DUB - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
4h 48m
£41–140
Train, bus and ferry
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central1_Dn->Gc
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr923
9h 31m
Train, car ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Ayr Bus Station923
9h 47m
£53–87
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Harbour
3. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
4. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock
9h 59m
£81–319
Fly Dublin Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)DUB - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Kilmarnock Bus Station
5h 16m
£47–149
Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BFS - GLA
6h 26m
£54–137
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHD - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
5h 58m
£56–172
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHD - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
6h 26m
£58–171
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Custom House Quay to Glengall Street785
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr923
9h 34m
Bus, bus and ferry via Dublin Busaras Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11X1
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr923
10h 13m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dublin to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock
5h 26m
£69–108

Dublin Airport (DUB) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

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Distance: 224 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Kilmarnock. However, you can take the bus to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, walk to Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), walk to Terminal Building, take the line 500 bus to Waterloo Lane, walk to Glasgow Central, then take the train to Kilmarnock. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Church Street via Belfast Great Central, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Ayr, and Ayr Bus Station in around 9h 31m.

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