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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Paisley is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Paisley is to train which takes 24 min and costs £7 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Paisley?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Abbey Close via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Paisley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Barrhead. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Paisley?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Paisley is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Paisley without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Kilmarnock to Barrhead takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Paisley bus from?

Kilmarnock to Paisley bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Paisley train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Paisley?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Paisley is to train which takes 24 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs £10 - £12 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Paisley bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Paisley bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Waterloo Lane station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Paisley train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Paisley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Barrhead station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Paisley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Paisley is 19 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Paisley.

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

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Kilmarnock to Paisley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Barrheadtrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
24 min
£7–8
Drive 18.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Paisleycar 18.6 mi
28 min
£5–7
Bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Waterloo Lanebus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Abbey Closebus 38 / ...
1h 24m
£10–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Paisleytaxi 18.6 mi
28 min
£40–50

Kilmarnock to Paisley by train

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Distance: 16.6 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Barrhead hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Abbey Close via Waterloo Lane and Central Station in around 1h 24m.

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