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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Sandhead is to bus which costs £10 - £20 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Sandhead is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Sandhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Sandhead. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bowling Club via Ayr Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Sandhead?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Sandhead is 83 miles. The road distance is 70.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Sandhead without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Kilmarnock to Sandhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Sandhead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Sandhead?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Sandhead is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Sandhead bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Sandhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Sandhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Sandhead is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Kilmarnock to Sandhead.

Where can I stay near Sandhead?

There are 137+ hotels available in Sandhead.

Kilmarnock to Sandhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 4 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraertrain Kilmarnock - Stranraer
3h 16m
£30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77k
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
4h 32m
£10–19
Drive 70.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Sandheadcar 70.2 mi
1h 29m
£18–25
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
5h 19m
£12–19

Kilmarnock to Sandhead by train, foot, and bus

12Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.3 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer twice daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bowling Club via Ayr Bus Station and Port Rodie in around 4h 32m.

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