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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Exeter is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Exeter via Buchanan Bus Station, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Exeter?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Exeter is 450 miles. The road distance is 439.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Exeter without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 52m and costs £190 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Kilmarnock to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Exeter?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Exeter is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 52m and costs £190 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 14h.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Exeter bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Exeter train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Exeter is 440 miles. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Kilmarnock to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

There are 11 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 52m
£190–321
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
14h
£46–106
Drive 437.3 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Exetercar 437.3 mi
7h 25m
£109–158
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 20m
£76–177
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 46m
£301–429
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
12h 26m
£199–351
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
6h 3m
£92–246
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 19m
£76–180
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 Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 5m
£131–246
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 11m
£145–304
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain
7h 46m
£102–285

Kilmarnock to Exeter by train

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8h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 447.5 mi
Duration: 8h 52m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Exeter St Davids via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Exeter via Buchanan Bus Station, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, and Bristol Bus Station in around 14h.

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