What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock is to fly and train which takes 3h 54m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Newhall Street and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Kilmarnock via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Birmingham and Kilmarnock is 285 miles. The road distance is 286 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Kilmarnock without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Kilmarnock bus from?

Birmingham to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Kilmarnock train from?

Birmingham to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Birmingham to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Birmingham to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Birmingham to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Kilmarnock is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Birmingham to Kilmarnock.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Kilmarnock?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Kilmarnock?

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Birmingham to Kilmarnock - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Birmingham to Kilmarnock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
5h 40m
£109–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
7h 9m
£42–67
Drive 284.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Kilmarnockcar 284.3 mi
5h
£70–100
Fly Birmingham Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
3h 54m
£42–122
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
8h 24m
£64–145
Fly Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
2. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus
4h 26m
£45–122
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 52m
£94–196
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
6h 1m
£124–437

Birmingham to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 283 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Kilmarnock via Carlisle in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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