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

The cheapest way to get from Dunoon to Kilmarnock is to ferry and bus which costs £12 - £26 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunoon to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £22 - £35.

How far is it from Dunoon to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Dunoon and Kilmarnock is 54 miles. The road distance is 93.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunoon to Kilmarnock without a car is to ferry and train which takes 2h 41m and costs £15 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Dunoon to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dunoon to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunoon to Kilmarnock is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Dunoon to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 518+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Dunoon to Kilmarnock - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dunoon to Kilmarnock by ferry, train, bus, 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.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
2. Take the train from Gourock to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
2h 41m
£16–47
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
2. Take the bus from Kempock Place to Bath Streetbus 901
3. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3h
£13–25
Drive 92.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunoon to Kilmarnockcar 92.9 mi
2h 1m
£23–33

Dunoon to Kilmarnock by ferry and train

167Weekly Services

2h 41mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunoon to Kilmarnock.

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Distance: 54 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Dunoon, Scotland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Dunoon to Kilmarnock. However, you can take the ferry to Gourock Ferry Terminal, walk to Gourock, take the train to Glasgow Central, then take the train to Kilmarnock. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Gourock Ferry Terminal, Kempock Place, Bath Street, and West Regent Lane in around 3h.

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