The average train between Swansea and Kilmarnock takes 10h 25m and the fastest train takes 8h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Swansea 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 Swansea and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swansea is at 5:37 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 7:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 10h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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22h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Swansea station and arriving at Kilmarnock station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.
Swansea to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.
Swansea to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Kilmarnock station.
Book your Swansea to Kilmarnock train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Caledonian Sleeper and 3 other operators.
The distance between Swansea and Kilmarnock is 445.3 km. The road distance is 667 km.
You can take a train from Swansea to Kilmarnock via Crewe and Carlisle in around 8h 47m.