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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Kilmarnock via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Bolton to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Bolton and Kilmarnock is 201 miles. The road distance is 197.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Kilmarnock bus from?

Bolton to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Kilmarnock train from?

Bolton to Kilmarnock train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h.

Where does the Bolton to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Bolton to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bolton to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Bolton to Kilmarnock train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Kilmarnock is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Bolton to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Bolton to Kilmarnock - 6 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bolton to Kilmarnock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
4h 16m
£67–112
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
7h
£33–52
Drive 196.7 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Kilmarnockcar 196.7 mi
3h 40m
£49–71
Fly from Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 56m
£68–184
Line 125 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Bus Stationbus 125
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
7h 58m
£38–65
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LPL - GLA
6h 28m
£74–199

Bolton to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 200.2 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Kilmarnock via Carlisle in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h.

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