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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 13h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs £80 - £210.

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 Exeter and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 11m.

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 436 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 £180 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m 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 FlixBus, depart from Exeter 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, bus or fly from Exeter to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock is to train via Birmingham which takes 9h 7m and costs £180 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 13h 11m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £270 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Exeter to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Exeter to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol 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 - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
best
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 20m
£82–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus
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 11m
£47–105
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
£188–312
Drive 437.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Kilmarnockcar 437.4 mi
7h 25m
£107–154
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
5h 31m
£100–250
Fly Exeter to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane EXT - GLA
7h 53m
£96–268
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
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 train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
6h 13m
£95–228
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 12m
£100–290
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
6h 44m
£137–394
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central
10h 3m
£291–414
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Centraltrain
11h 52m
£195–361

Exeter to Kilmarnock by train

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9h 7mAverage Duration

£188Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Kilmarnock.

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Distance: 433.1 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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 Exeter to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Newhall St, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 11m.

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