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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Arbroath is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Arbroath is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Arbroath?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Arbroath is 121 miles. The road distance is 113.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Arbroath without a car is to bus and line 72 bus which takes 3h 21m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Kilmarnock to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Arbroath bus from?

Kilmarnock to Arbroath bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Arbroath train from?

Kilmarnock to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Arbroath is to bus and line 72 bus which takes 3h 21m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Arbroath bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Arbroath bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Arbroath train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Arbroath is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Kilmarnock to Arbroath.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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Kilmarnock to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 72 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Arbroath by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 72 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
3h 21m
£27–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 4m
£22–34
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 32m
£52–110
Drive 113.1 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Arbroathcar 113.1 mi
2h 14m
£28–40

Kilmarnock to Arbroath by train and bus

112Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.8 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Church Street to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Arbroath via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Street, George Square, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 32m.

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