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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Doncaster is to bus which costs £16 - £60 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Doncaster is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Buchanan Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Doncaster via Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Doncaster?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Doncaster is 308 miles. The road distance is 232.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Doncaster without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 20m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Kilmarnock to Doncaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Doncaster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Doncaster train from?

Kilmarnock to Doncaster train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Doncaster is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 20m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £60 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Doncaster bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Doncaster train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Doncaster train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Doncaster is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Kilmarnock to Doncaster.

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

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Kilmarnock to Doncaster - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Doncaster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 20m
£61–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
8h 33m
£16–56
Drive 231.4 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Doncastercar 231.4 mi
4h 11m
£57–83
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain
7h 32m
£74–182
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Doncastertrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
6h 13m
£54–196
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain
6h 14m
£45–157
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Doncastertrain
6h 15m
£60–182
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
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 King's Cross to Doncastertrain
6h 27m
£96–336
Train, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Stevenage to Doncastertrain
6h 48m
£72–193

Kilmarnock to Doncaster by train and foot

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 305.9 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Doncaster via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 5 times a day. Tickets cost £12–45 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.

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