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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Darnley is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Darnley is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Darnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Darnley. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Glen Clunie Drive via Coplaw Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Darnley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Priesthill & Darnley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Darnley?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Darnley is 19 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Darnley without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Kilmarnock to Priesthill & Darnley takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Darnley bus from?

Kilmarnock to Darnley bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Darnley train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Darnley?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Darnley is to train which takes 30 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and line 57 bus, which costs and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Darnley bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Darnley bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Nithsdale Drive station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Darnley train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Darnley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Priesthill & Darnley station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Darnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Darnley is 17 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Darnley.

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

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Kilmarnock to Darnley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, and line 57 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Priesthill & Darnleytrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
30 min
£7–8
Drive 16.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Darnleycar 16.5 mi
18 min
£4–6
Line 4 bus, line 57 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Nithsdale Drivebus 4
2. Take the bus from Coplaw Street to Glen Clunie Drivebus 57
1h 38m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Darnleytaxi 16.5 mi
18 min
£35–45

Kilmarnock to Darnley by train

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Priesthill & Darnley hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Glen Clunie Drive via Nithsdale Drive and Coplaw Street in around 1h 38m.

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