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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Stirling is to bus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Stirling is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Stirling Baptist Church via Buchanan Bus Station and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Stirling?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Stirling via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Stirling?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Stirling is 52 miles. The road distance is 49.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Stirling without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 31m and costs £17 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Kilmarnock to Stirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Stirling bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Stirling train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Stirling?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Stirling is to bus via Park and Ride which takes 1h 42m and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Stirling bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Stirling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Stirling is 50 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Stirling.

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

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Kilmarnock to Stirling - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Stirling by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bath Streetbus X79 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 31m
£17–29
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
1h 42m
£6–15
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 46m
£24–42
Drive 49.5 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Stirlingcar 49.5 mi
58 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Stirlingtaxi 49.5 mi
58 min
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
2h 29m
£9–14

Kilmarnock to Stirling by bus, foot, and train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 51.6 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Stirling Baptist Church via Buchanan Bus Station and Park and Ride in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Stirling via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 46m.

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