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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Kilmarnock is to bus via Birmingham which costs £35 - £110 and takes 11h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which takes 4h 53m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Kilmarnock via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Swindon to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Swindon and Kilmarnock is 401 miles. The road distance is 362.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 8h 28m and costs £100 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Swindon to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Kilmarnock bus from?

Swindon to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Kilmarnock train from?

Swindon to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Swindon to Kilmarnock is to train via Bristol which takes 8h 28m and costs £100 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Swindon to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Swindon to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Swindon to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Kilmarnock is 363 miles. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Swindon to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Swindon to Kilmarnock - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Swindon to Kilmarnock by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
4h 53m
£57–135
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
11h 31m
£39–107
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
8h 28m
£100–262
Drive 360.5 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Kilmarnock360.5 mi
6h 12m
£88–127
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 17m
£61–149
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
5h 18m
£119–391
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
5h 46m
£89–281
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)SOU - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
5h 48m
£83–278
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham International
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnock
6h 20m
£78–244
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham International
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
6h 45m
£84–253
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
8h 32m
£85–224
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station830
12h 59m
£44–83

Swindon to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 398.7 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Kilmarnock via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Carlisle in around 8h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 31m.

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