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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock is to bus via Bristol which costs £45 - £110 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock is to fly and bus which takes 5h 6m and costs £90 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

How far is it from Exeter to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Exeter and Kilmarnock is 430 miles. The road distance is 439.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 9h 7m and costs £190 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Kilmarnock bus from?

Exeter to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Kilmarnock train from?

Exeter to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock is to train via Birmingham which takes 9h 7m and costs £190 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 13h.

Where does the Exeter to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Kilmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Kilmarnock is 440 miles. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Exeter to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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

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

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Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5h 6m
£91–223
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
13h
£47–104
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain
9h 7m
£195–314
Drive 437.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Kilmarnockcar 437.4 mi
7h 25m
£107–154
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 17m
£80–206
Fly Exeter to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane EXT - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 35m
£106–228
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5h 48m
£83–191
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
7h 8m
£99–279
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central
10h 3m
£296–421
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
13h 54m
£90–219

Exeter to Kilmarnock by train

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9h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 427.9 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 9h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Newhall St, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h.

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