The average train between York and Kilmarnock takes 5h and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from York 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 hourly between York and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 7:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from York 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 York to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Glasgow Central station via Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
York to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from York station.
York to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between York and Kilmarnock is 285.8 km. The road distance is 333 km.
Cross Country operates a train from York to Glasgow Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 3h 39m.