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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Dunbar is to bus which costs £13 - £20 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Dunbar is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Dunbar via Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Dunbar?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Dunbar is 100 miles. The road distance is 92.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Dunbar without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 58m and costs £29 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Kilmarnock to Dunbar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Dunbar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Dunbar train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Dunbar is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 58m and costs £29 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Dunbar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Dunbar train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Dunbar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Dunbar is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Kilmarnock to Dunbar.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunbar?

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Kilmarnock to Dunbar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Dunbar by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain
2h 58m
£29–37
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
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to High Streetbus X7
3h 32m
£13–20
Drive 92.3 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Dunbarcar 92.3 mi
1h 44m
£23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain
3h 31m
£13–37
Bus via Church Street
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to High Streetbus X7
3h 36m
£18–27

Kilmarnock to Dunbar by train and foot

150Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Dunbar via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 3h 32m.

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