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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Barclay Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Stonehaven via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Stonehaven is 162 miles. The road distance is 148.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Stonehaven bus from?

Kilmarnock to Stonehaven bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Stonehaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Stonehaven bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Stonehaven bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Stonehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Stonehaven is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stonehaventrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen
4h 27m
£71–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9
5h 19m
£21–36
Drive 147.4 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Stonehavencar 147.4 mi
2h 40m
£36–52
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Stonehaven Barclay Streetbus Ember
6h
£22–33

Kilmarnock to Stonehaven by train and foot

58Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 160.8 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Stonehaven via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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