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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Kilmarnock is to bus via Canal Street which costs £15 - £22 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Perth to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Perth and Kilmarnock is 85 miles. The road distance is 80.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Kilmarnock without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 3m and costs £17 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Perth to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Kilmarnock bus from?

Perth to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Canal Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Perth to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Perth to Kilmarnock is to bus which takes 2h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Perth to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Perth to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Perth to Kilmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Perth to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Kilmarnock is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Perth to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Kilmarnock Bus StationX76 / ...
2h 3m
£17–42
Bus via Canal Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus StationM8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus StationX76 / ...
2h 35m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus StationE3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus StationX76 / ...
2h 6m
Drive 79.9 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Kilmarnock79.9 mi
1h 31m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to KilmarnockGlasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
2h 37m
£22–46

Perth to Kilmarnock by train, foot, and bus

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Canal Street to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perth to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 2h 37m.

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