What is the cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness?

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness is to bus and line 2 bus via Melville Street which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness?

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Bo'ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Bo'ness station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Melville Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Bo'ness is 58 miles. The road distance is 56 miles.

How do I travel from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness without a car?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £23 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bo'ness bus from?

Kilmarnock to Bo'ness bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness is to train which takes 3h and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bo'ness bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Bo'ness bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Bo'ness is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness.

Where can I stay near Bo'ness?

There are 826+ hotels available in Bo'ness.

Kilmarnock to Bo'ness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
3h
£23–43
Bus, line 2 bus via Melville Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
3. Take the bus from Melville Street to Bus Stationbus 2
3h 57m
£10–17
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bath Streetbus X71 / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Hotel to Bus Stationbus 2
3h 19m
£16–28
Train, line 2 bus
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Hotel to Bus Stationbus 2
3h 32m
£22–40
Drive 55.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Bo'nesscar 55.7 mi
1h 3m
£14–20

Kilmarnock to Bo'ness by train, foot, and bus

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£23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kilmarnock to Bo'ness.

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Distance: 57.2 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Bo'ness, Scotland?

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Gauze Road via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Linlithgow, and Station Road in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Bus Station via Bath Street, Glasgow Queen Street, Larbert, and Station Hotel in around 3h 19m.

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