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 £30 - £55 and takes 8h 32m.

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 32m.

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 31m.

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 which takes 5h 31m and costs £80 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m 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 which takes 5h 31m and costs £80 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 32m.

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

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

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Train
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 31m
£81–355
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
8h 32m
£34–51
Drive 231.4 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Doncastercar 231.4 mi
4h 11m
£57–82
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain
7h 17m
£82–220
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 11m
£47–141
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Doncastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
6h 48m
£69–386
Fly Glasgow Airport 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 25m
£88–265
Fly Glasgow Airport 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 52m
£73–211
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
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 50m
£121–223
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Doncastertrain
6h 56m
£84–259

Kilmarnock to Doncaster by train and foot

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 305.8 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 5h 25m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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