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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Banchory is to bus which costs £16 - £28 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Banchory is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Banchory?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Banchory. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Heath Row via Buchanan Bus Station and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Banchory?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Banchory is 186 miles. The road distance is 151.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Banchory without a car is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs £16 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Kilmarnock to Banchory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Banchory bus from?

Kilmarnock to Banchory bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Banchory bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Banchory bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Banchory?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Banchory is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Kilmarnock to Banchory.

Where can I stay near Banchory?

There are 202+ hotels available in Banchory.

Kilmarnock to Banchory - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9
5h 56m
£16–28
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Banchorybus Ember
6h 43m
£12–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Heath Rowbus
6h 4m
Drive 150.5 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Banchorycar 150.5 mi
2h 48m
£37–54
Train, bus via Dundee
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Banchorybus Ember
6h 28m
£27–85

Kilmarnock to Banchory by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 185.3 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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