What is the cheapest way to get from Cumnock to Skegness?

The cheapest way to get from Cumnock to Skegness is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cumnock to Skegness?

The fastest way to get from Cumnock to Skegness is to drive which takes 5h 39m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cumnock and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumnock station to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Cumnock Bus Station and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cumnock and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Cumnock to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Auchinleck and arriving at Skegness via Carlisle and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Cumnock to Skegness?

The distance between Cumnock and Skegness is 361 miles. The road distance is 285.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cumnock to Skegness without a car?

The best way to get from Cumnock to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 9h 22m and costs £130 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Cumnock to Skegness?

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Cumnock to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumnock to Skegness bus from?

Cumnock to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cumnock to Skegness train from?

Cumnock to Skegness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Auchinleck station.

Train or bus from Cumnock to Skegness?

The best way to get from Cumnock to Skegness is to train which takes 9h 22m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £95 - £230 and takes 17h 50m.

Where does the Cumnock to Skegness bus arrive?

Cumnock to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Cumnock to Skegness train arrive?

Cumnock to Skegness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Cumnock to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumnock to Skegness is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Cumnock to Skegness.

Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Skegness.

Cumnock to Skegness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cumnock to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
9h 22m
£136–218
Drive 283.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumnock to Skegnesscar 283.9 mi
5h 39m
£71–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 151
17h 50m
£98–227
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Granthamtrain
4. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
9h 22m
£131–223
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
11h 14m
£142–253

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Distance: 358.9 mi
Duration: 9h 22m

What companies run services between Cumnock, Scotland and Skegness, England?

You can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Skegness via Well Road, Auchinleck, Carlisle, and Grantham in around 9h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Lumley Avenue via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 17h 50m.

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