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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham station to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand G and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Haymarket John Dobson Street, Newcastle Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Durham to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Durham and Kilmarnock is 207 miles. The road distance is 154.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 46m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Durham to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Kilmarnock bus from?

Durham to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Durham to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Durham to Kilmarnock is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 46m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Durham to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Durham to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Durham to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Durham to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Kilmarnock is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Durham to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Durham to Kilmarnock - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Durham to Kilmarnock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Sheffield - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
3h 46m
£62–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
6h 48m
£24–35
Bus via Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
6h 47m
£32–53
Drive 154 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Kilmarnockcar 154 mi
3h 9m
£39–56
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Durham to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane NCL - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
6h 17m
£80–195
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
4h 13m
£92–137

Durham to Kilmarnock by train, foot, and bus

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.9 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and West Regent Lane in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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