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 to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at West Stewart Street via Renfield Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

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 45 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 and train which takes 1h 30m and costs £13 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m 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 Church Street 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 train which takes 1h 43m and costs £18 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £12 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Greenock bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Greenock bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Waterloo Lane 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Waterloo Lanebus X79 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Greenock Westtrain Glasgow Central - Gourock
1h 30m
£13–16
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
Bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Waterloo Lanebus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Renfield Street to West Stewart Streetbus 906 / ...
1h 34m
£10–12

Kilmarnock to Greenock by bus and train

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Distance: 44.9 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Greenock West via Glasgow Central in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to West Stewart Street via Waterloo Lane and Renfield Street in around 1h 34m.

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