The average train between Kilmarnock and Stoke-on-Trent takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilmarnock to Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Stoke-on-Trent. The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilmarnock is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Stoke-on-Trent at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 50m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kilmarnock to Stoke-on-Trent? 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 Kilmarnock to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock station and arriving at Crewe station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Kilmarnock to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.
Kilmarnock to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.
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The distance between Kilmarnock and Stoke-on-Trent is 326.4 km. The road distance is 391 km.
You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Stoke-on-Trent via Carlisle and Crewe in around 4h 58m.