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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats is to line 11 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Saltcoats?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station station and arriving at Saltcoats Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Saltcoats?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Saltcoats via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Saltcoats is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats without a car is to line 11 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs £3 - £5.

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

The line 11 bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Saltcoats Station takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Saltcoats bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Saltcoats train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats is to line 11 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £22 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Saltcoats bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Saltcoats bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Saltcoats Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Saltcoats train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Saltcoats is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats.

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

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Where can I stay near Saltcoats?

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Kilmarnock to Saltcoats - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, taxi

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

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Line 11 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Saltcoats Stationbus 11
1h 6m
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Saltcoatstrain Glasgow Central - Largs / ...
1h 52m
£16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Saltcoatstaxi 15 mi
20 min
£30–45
Drive 15 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Saltcoatscar 15 mi
20 min
£4–6

Kilmarnock to Saltcoats by bus

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Distance: 15.8 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Saltcoats Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Saltcoats via Glasgow Central in around 1h 52m.

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