The average train between Plymouth and Kilmarnock takes 11h 20m and the fastest train takes 8h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth 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 5 times a day between Plymouth and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 11h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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9h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Kilmarnock station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.
Plymouth to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Kilmarnock station.
Book your Plymouth to Kilmarnock train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Plymouth and Kilmarnock is 583.2 km. The road distance is 803 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 10h.