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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Kilmarnock is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham station to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand G and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via John Dobson Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Kilmarnock via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Durham to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Durham and Kilmarnock is 209 miles. The road distance is 154.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 10m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Durham to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Kilmarnock bus from?

Durham to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Bus Station Stand G.

Where do I catch the Durham to Kilmarnock train from?

Durham to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Durham to Kilmarnock is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 10m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can line 21 bus and bus, which costs and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Durham to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Durham to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Durham to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Durham to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Durham to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Kilmarnock is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Durham to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Durham to Kilmarnock - 6 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
4h 10m
£65–159
Drive 154 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Kilmarnockcar 154 mi
3h 9m
£38–55
Line 21 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand G to John Dobson Streetbus 21 / ...
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
7h 18m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Durham to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane NCL - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
6h 26m
£75–197
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
4h 13m
£109–155
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand G to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 21 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
6h 11m

Durham to Kilmarnock by train and foot

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Distance: 207.8 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Kilmarnock via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand G to Kilmarnock Bus Station via John Dobson Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 18m.

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