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 £35 - £90 and takes 12h 39m.

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 4h 59m and costs £100 - £250.

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 Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 39m.

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 15m.

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 15m and costs £95 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m 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 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 15m and costs £95 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 12h 39m.

Where does the Exeter to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Exeter to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 21m 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 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 Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
5h 13m
£54–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
12h 39m
£35–88
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
9h 15m
£96–291
Drive 437.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Kilmarnock437.4 mi
7h 21m
£110–159
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 32m
£60–159
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4h 59m
£101–243
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
6h 25m
£82–250
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)SOU - GLA
7h 8m
£77–252
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow CentralPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
10h 1m
£70–300
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newport (S Wales)Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Buchanan Bus StationM19
13h 34m
£78–105

Exeter to Kilmarnock by train

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9h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 433.2 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 39m.

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