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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan is to line 11 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Ardrossan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station station and arriving at Hill Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Ardrossan Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Ardrossan is 17 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan without a car is to line 11 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs £3 - £5.

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

The line 11 bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Hill Street takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Ardrossan bus from?

Kilmarnock to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Ardrossan train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan is to line 11 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Ardrossan bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Hill Street station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Ardrossan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Ardrossan is 16 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan.

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

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Where can I stay near Ardrossan?

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Kilmarnock to Ardrossan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 11 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Hill Streetbus 11
1h 12m
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour / ...
2h 23m
£15–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Ardrossantaxi 15.9 mi
20 min
£35–45
Drive 15.9 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Ardrossancar 15.9 mi
20 min
£4–6

Kilmarnock to Ardrossan by bus

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Hill Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Ardrossan Town via Glasgow Central in around 2h 23m.

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