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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Linlithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Linlithgow. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Asda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Linlithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Linlithgow via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Linlithgow is 52 miles. The road distance is 51 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 35m and costs £15 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Linlithgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Linlithgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £20 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Linlithgow bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Linlithgow bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Linlithgow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Linlithgow is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow.

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

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Where can I stay near Linlithgow?

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Kilmarnock to Linlithgow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bath StreetX71 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to LinlithgowGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 35m
£15–24
Drive 50.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow50.8 mi
1h 5m
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow CentralKilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to LinlithgowGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 47m
£20–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow50.8 mi
1h 5m
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to AsdaX37
3h 2m

Kilmarnock to Linlithgow by train and foot

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1h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Linlithgow via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Asda in around 3h 2m.

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