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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham is to train and fly which takes 4h 46m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Cheltenham is 330 miles. The road distance is 330 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 54m and costs £50 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Cheltenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 54m and costs £50 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Cheltenham is 330 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham.

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

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

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

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

Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
6h 54m
£53–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall StUkn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Royal Well Bus Station100
9h 40m
£38–99
Drive 328.1 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham328.1 mi
5h 35m
£80–116
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa
4h 46m
£39–108
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Cheltenham SpaGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
8h 38m
£59–166
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
4h 48m
£47–142
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa
5h 41m
£42–122
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
5h 38m
£52–151
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa
6h 48m
£124–417
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa
7h 20m
£93–307

Kilmarnock to Cheltenham by train

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 328 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Cheltenham Spa via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 9h 40m.

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