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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 12h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth is to train and fly which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Bournemouth via Carlisle and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Bournemouth is 430 miles. The road distance is 427.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 9h 40m and costs £70 - £440.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bournemouth bus from?

Kilmarnock to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth is to train which takes 9h 40m and costs £70 - £440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 12h 32m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Bournemouth is 428 miles. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth.

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

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Kilmarnock to Bournemouth - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
4h 42m
£60–197
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
11h 37m
£41–191
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Bournemouthtrain
9h 40m
£71–431
Drive 425.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Bournemouthcar 425.2 mi
7h 41m
£101–146
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
5h 54m
£116–245
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus
6h 18m
£91–275
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
7h 5m
£65–219
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
6h 41m
£76–209
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain
10h 11m
£85–381
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 595
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
12h 32m
£51–116

Kilmarnock to Bournemouth by train

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9h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 427.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth via Carlisle and Stafford in around 9h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 12h 32m.

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