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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Govan is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Govan is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Govan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Govan. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Howat Street via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Govan?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Govan station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Govan SPT Subway Station via St Enoch SPT Subway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Govan?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Govan is 25 miles. The road distance is 21.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Govan without a car is to bus and line 26 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Kilmarnock to Govan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Govan bus from?

Kilmarnock to Govan bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Govan train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Govan?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Govan is to bus and line 26 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Govan bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Govan bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Waterloo Lane station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Govan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Govan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Govan is 21 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Govan.

Where can I stay near Govan?

There are 897+ hotels available in Govan.

Kilmarnock to Govan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 26 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Govan by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 26 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Waterloo Lanebus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Howat Streetbus 23A / ...
1h 3m
£10–12
Drive 21.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Govancar 21.1 mi
26 min
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 11m
£12–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Govantaxi 21.1 mi
26 min
£70–90

Kilmarnock to Govan by train, foot, and subway

219Weekly Services

1h 11mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Church Street to Howat Street via Waterloo Lane and Central Station in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 50 min.

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