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 £25 - £50 and takes 8h 4m.

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 5m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

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 26m.

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 which takes 5h 26m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m 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 National Express, 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, bus or fly from Kilmarnock to Leeds?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Leeds is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 8h 4m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Leeds bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach 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 5m to drive from Kilmarnock to Leeds.

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

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Where can I stay near Leeds?

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Kilmarnock to Leeds - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Leeds by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
5h 26m
£41–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
8h 4m
£25–46
Drive 202.6 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Leedscar 202.6 mi
4h 5m
£50–72
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
6h 31m
£63–140
Bus via Kilmarnock Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
8h 40m
£25–46
Fly 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
6h 49m
£77–195
Fly 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 35m
£98–295

Kilmarnock to Leeds by train

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Distance: 202.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Leeds via Carlisle in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 6h 20m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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