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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Mallaig and Kilmarnock is 170 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock without a car is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Kilmarnock bus from?

Mallaig to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Train or bus from Mallaig to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Mallaig to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Mallaig to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Kilmarnock is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Mallaig to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 515+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
6h 1m
£26–36
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
6h 5m
£36–57
Drive 162.3 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Kilmarnockcar 162.3 mi
3h 22m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
6h 23m
£36–57

Mallaig to Kilmarnock by bus

32Weekly Buses

6h 1mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.8 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Boatyard to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street Low Level 5 times a week. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 5h 11m.

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