The average train between Kilmarnock and Bristol takes 9h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilmarnock to Bristol. 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 every 4 hours between Kilmarnock and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilmarnock is at 7:53 PM which arrives into Bristol at 3:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 9h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock station and arriving at Bristol station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.
Kilmarnock to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.
Kilmarnock to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Kilmarnock to Bristol train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Kilmarnock and Bristol is 478.9 km. The road distance is 599 km.
You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Bristol Temple Meads via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 30m.