The average train between Cambridge and Kilmarnock takes 10h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Cambridge to Kilmarnock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Cambridge and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 10h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Kilmarnock? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Kilmarnock station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.
Cambridge to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.
Book your Cambridge to Kilmarnock train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cambridge and Kilmarnock is 484.8 km. The road distance is 689 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Peterborough, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and West Regent Lane in around 7h 11m.