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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Perth is to bus via South Street which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Perth is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Perth station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Perth. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Perth via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Perth?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Perth is 85 miles. The road distance is 80.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Perth without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Kilmarnock to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Perth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Perth?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Perth is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs £15 - £22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Perth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Perth is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Kilmarnock to Perth.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Waterloo Lanebus X71 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2h 15m
£31–56
Bus via South Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X71 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Streetbus M8
3h 30m
£12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk093
2h 38m
£15–22
Drive 79.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Perthcar 79.7 mi
1h 28m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2h 28m
£38–69

Kilmarnock to Perth by train and foot

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2h 28mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kilmarnock to Perth.

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Distance: 84.1 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Perth via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h 28m.

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