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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Kilmarnock is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £8 - £27 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Leith to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Leith to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Leith to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Leith and Kilmarnock is 71 miles. The road distance is 64.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Leith to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leith to Kilmarnock bus from?

Leith to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Kilmarnock train from?

Leith to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Leith to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Leith to Kilmarnock is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Leith to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Leith to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Leith to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Leith to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Leith to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Kilmarnock is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Leith to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Leith to Kilmarnock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leith to Kilmarnock by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
2h 14m
£31–55
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2h 24m
£8–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2h 17m
£14–19
Drive 64.4 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Kilmarnockcar 64.4 mi
1h 28m
£16–24
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
2h 45m
£19–55

Leith to Kilmarnock by train and foot

217Weekly Services

2h 14mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 17m.

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