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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Brighton is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 14h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Brighton is to train and fly which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at St Peter's Church via Buchanan Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Brighton via Carlisle and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Brighton?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Brighton is 444 miles. The road distance is 453.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 7h 19m and costs £120 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Kilmarnock to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Brighton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Brighton train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Brighton?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Brighton is to train which takes 7h 19m and costs £120 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 14h 42m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Brighton bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Brighton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Brighton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Brighton is 454 miles. It takes approximately 7h 51m to drive from Kilmarnock to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Kilmarnock to Brighton - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Brighton by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain
7h 19m
£126–300
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn31 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Peter's Churchbus 025
14h 42m
£54–116
Drive 450.9 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Brightoncar 450.9 mi
7h 51m
£110–158
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
4h 36m
£57–155
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukxn10
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
15h 39m
£56–111
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
5h 36m
£55–158
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain
5h 41m
£123–297
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain
5h 58m
£118–363
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 Brightontrain
5h 53m
£92–198
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, subway, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
3. Take the subway from Tottenham Hale to Victoria stationsubway
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain
6h 3m
£89–228
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
6h 9m
£87–248

Kilmarnock to Brighton by train and foot

44Weekly Services

7h 19mAverage Duration

£126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 441.8 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Brighton via Carlisle, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 7h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to St Peter's Church via Buchanan Bus Station and London Victoria in around 14h 42m.

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