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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Dalkeith is to bus and line 3 bus which costs £10 - £22 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Dalkeith is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Dalkeith?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Dalkeith. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Buccleuch Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Dalkeith?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Dalkeith is 79 miles. The road distance is 68.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Dalkeith without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 55m and costs £27 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Kilmarnock to Dalkeith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Dalkeith bus from?

Kilmarnock to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Dalkeith bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Dalkeith?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Dalkeith is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Kilmarnock to Dalkeith.

Where can I stay near Dalkeith?

There are 2234+ hotels available in Dalkeith.

Kilmarnock to Dalkeith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Dalkeith by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the bus from Surgeons' Hall to Buccleuch Streetbus 3 / ...
2h 55m
£27–33
Bus, line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buccleuch Streetbus 3 / ...
2h 59m
£10–22
Drive 68.4 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Dalkeithcar 68.4 mi
1h 17m
£17–25
Train, line 3 bus
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buccleuch Streetbus 3
3h 31m
£23–30

Kilmarnock to Dalkeith by train, foot, and bus

218Weekly Services

2h 55mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78.2 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Dalkeith, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buccleuch Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 2h 59m.

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