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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Leeds is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Leeds is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Leeds via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Leeds?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Leeds is 204 miles. The road distance is 203.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Leeds without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 28m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Kilmarnock to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Leeds bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Leeds train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Leeds?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Leeds is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 28m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Leeds bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Leeds is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Kilmarnock to Leeds.

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

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Kilmarnock to Leeds - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Leeds by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
5h 28m
£70–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
6h 30m
£32–50
Drive 202.6 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Leedscar 202.6 mi
4h 6m
£51–73
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
5h 34m
£67–160
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Leedstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
5h 54m
£127–190
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
7h 9m
£77–216
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 Leedstrain
6h 15m
£82–182
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain
6h 59m
£89–197

Kilmarnock to Leeds by train

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Leeds via Carlisle in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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