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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Inverness to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Inverness and Kilmarnock is 202 miles. The road distance is 184.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Inverness to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Kilmarnock bus from?

Inverness to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Kilmarnock train from?

Inverness to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Inverness to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Inverness to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Inverness to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Inverness to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Inverness to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Kilmarnock is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Inverness to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 566+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

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There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Kilmarnock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
4h 16m
£78–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
4h 43m
£24–33
Drive 183.2 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Kilmarnockcar 183.2 mi
3h 32m
£46–66
Fly, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 32m
£102–238
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
4h 46m
£39–69

Inverness to Kilmarnock by train, foot, and bus

38Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.9 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street 5 times a day. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stn every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 52m.

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