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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Kilmarnock is to bus via Birmingham which costs £70 - £190 and takes 13h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which takes 4h 34m and costs £70 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Gloucester Green Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Reading and Kilmarnock is 429 miles. The road distance is 380.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 8h 15m and costs £150 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Reading to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Kilmarnock bus from?

Reading to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Reading to Kilmarnock train from?

Reading to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Reading to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 8h 15m and costs £150 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 13h 31m.

Where does the Reading to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Reading to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Westgate station.

Where does the Reading to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Reading to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Kilmarnock is 380 miles. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Reading to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 349+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Reading to Kilmarnock - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Kilmarnock by train, plane, bus, 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.

Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
4h 55m
£99–338
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 32m
£61–177
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain
8h 15m
£151–255
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Westgatebus X40
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
13h 31m
£75–181
Drive 378 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Kilmarnockcar 378 mi
6h 49m
£93–134
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 5m
£111–306
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
4h 34m
£70–204
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5h 23m
£99–313
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 24m
£76–193
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn10
14h 15m
£71–249

Reading to Kilmarnock by train

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8h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 426.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Reading to Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 8h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Westgate, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 31m.

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