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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 13h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 6h 7m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Dale House and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Aberystwyth via Carlisle, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Aberystwyth is 346 miles. The road distance is 318.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth bus from?

Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 13h 52m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth is 318 miles. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth.

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

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Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
8h 30m
£66–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall StUk030 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
13h 52m
£39–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Upton Station437
3. Take the train from Upton to Wrexham Central
4. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
5. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
12h 35m
Drive 316.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth316.2 mi
6h 7m
£79–114
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
7h 48m
£66–170
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
8h 33m
£68–168
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
9h 40m
£81–265

Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth by train

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8h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 344.2 mi
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Aberystwyth via Carlisle, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Dale House, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 13h 52m.

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