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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Derby is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Derby is to train and fly which takes 4h 43m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Derby. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Derby via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Derby?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Derby is 317 miles. The road distance is 270.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Derby without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Kilmarnock to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Derby train from?

Kilmarnock to Derby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Derby?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Derby is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Derby bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Derby train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Derby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Derby is 270 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Kilmarnock to Derby.

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

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

There are 11 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Derby 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
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to DerbyCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
7h 1m
£39–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn31 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus StationUk002 / ...
9h 30m
£24–60
Drive 268.8 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Derby268.8 mi
5h 4m
£66–95
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 Derby
4h 43m
£43–128
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to ChesterfieldCarlisle - Nottingham
7h 13m
£51–101
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to DerbyGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
7h 28m
£54–200
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 Derby
5h 33m
£48–137
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 St Pancras Intl to Derby
6h 29m
£124–415
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derby
6h 34m
£68–205
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 London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derby
6h 9m
£75–299
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)GLA - STN
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derby
6h 28m
£83–301

Kilmarnock to Derby by train

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Distance: 315.5 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Derby via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 9h 30m.

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