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

The cheapest way to get from Methil to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Methil to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Methil and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Methil to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from South Grove and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Park & Ride, North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Methil and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Methil to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Leven and arriving at Kilmarnock via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Methil to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Methil and Kilmarnock is 104 miles. The road distance is 81.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Methil to Kilmarnock without a car is to train and bus via Glasgow which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Methil to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Methil to Kilmarnock bus from?

Methil to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from South Grove station.

Where do I catch the Methil to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Methil to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Methil to Kilmarnock is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Methil to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Methil to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride Arrival Bay station.

Where does the Methil to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Methil to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Methil to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Methil to Kilmarnock is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Methil to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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

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

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Train, bus via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Leven to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3h 17m
£40–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Grove to Park & Ride Arrival Baybus X61
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3h 49m
£15–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leven to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3h 28m
£29–48
Drive 81 mi
1. Drive from Methil to Kilmarnockcar 81 mi
1h 39m
£20–29
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Leven to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
3h 45m
£46–87
Train
1. Take the train from Leven to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
4h 18m
£45–82

Methil to Kilmarnock by train, foot, and bus

231Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 103.8 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Leven to Kilmarnock via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Grove to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, North Approach Road, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 49m.

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