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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Strawberry Bank via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Blackburn via Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Blackburn?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Blackburn is 227 miles. The road distance is 186.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Blackburn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Blackburn bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Blackburn is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Kilmarnock to Blackburn.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 20m
£47–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 19m
£33–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
5h 58m
£46–89
Drive 185.6 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Blackburncar 185.6 mi
3h 25m
£46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
6h 30m
£72–189

Kilmarnock to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 226.1 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Blackburn via Glasgow Central and Preston in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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