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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Greenock is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Greenock is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at West Stewart Street via Renfield Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Greenock West via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Greenock?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Greenock is 48 miles. The road distance is 31.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Greenock without a car is to bus which takes 1h 39m and costs £10 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Kilmarnock to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Greenock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Greenock train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Greenock?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Greenock is to bus which takes 1h 39m and costs £10 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £20 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Greenock bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Greenock bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Greenock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Greenock is 31 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Greenock.

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

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Kilmarnock to Greenock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Renfield Street to West Stewart Streetbus 906 / ...
1h 39m
£10–12
Drive 31.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Greenockcar 31.1 mi
43 min
£8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Greenock Westtrain Glasgow Central - Gourock
1h 43m
£18–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Greenocktaxi 31.1 mi
43 min
£65–80

Kilmarnock to Greenock by bus

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Distance: 48.1 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to West Stewart Street via Bath Street and Renfield Street in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Greenock West via Glasgow Central in around 1h 43m.

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