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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Kilmarnock is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Kilmarnock is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from St Margarets Nursery School and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via West Regent Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Johnstone and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Johnstone to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Johnstone and Kilmarnock is 24 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Kilmarnock without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 10m and costs £12 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Johnstone to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Kilmarnock bus from?

Johnstone to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from St Margarets Nursery School station.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Johnstone to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Kilmarnock is to line 38 bus and bus which takes 1h 51m and costs £9 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £17 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Johnstone to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Johnstone to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Johnstone to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Johnstone to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Johnstone to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Kilmarnock is 18 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Johnstone to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Johnstone to Kilmarnock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Johnstone to Kilmarnock by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Quarrelton Road to Graham Streetbus 51A
2. Take the train from Barrhead to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
1h 10m
£12–13
Drive 17.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Johnstone to Kilmarnockcar 17.6 mi
25 min
£5–7
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Bath Streetbus 38
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
1h 51m
£9–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Johnstone to Kilmarnocktaxi 17.6 mi
25 min
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Johnstone to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
1h 30m
£15–16

Johnstone to Kilmarnock by bus and train

150Weekly Services

1h 10mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.8 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

You can take a bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bath Street and West Regent Lane in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Johnstone to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central in around 1h 30m.

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