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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Reading is to bus and train which costs £35 - £150 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Reading is to train and fly which takes 4h 41m and costs £110 - £340.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Buchanan Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Reading. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Reading via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Reading?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Reading is 383 miles. The road distance is 379.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Reading without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs £60 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Kilmarnock to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Reading bus from?

Kilmarnock to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Reading?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Reading is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs £60 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £130 and takes 11h.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Reading bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Reading is 380 miles. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Kilmarnock to Reading.

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

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Kilmarnock to Reading - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Reading by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
7h 44m
£60–234
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
9h 59m
£36–146
Drive 377.4 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Readingcar 377.4 mi
6h 48m
£93–134
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
4h 41m
£115–335
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 595
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
11h
£71–121
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
4h 58m
£128–297
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
5h 36m
£75–165
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
5h 13m
£89–207
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop Dbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
5h 30m
£108–334
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
5h 32m
£97–205
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Readingtrain
5h 31m
£67–190

Kilmarnock to Reading by train

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Distance: 380.9 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Reading via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Buchanan Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 11h.

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