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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Aviemore is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Aviemore is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Aviemore via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Aviemore?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Aviemore is 161 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Aviemore without a car is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs £21 - £35.

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

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Aviemore bus from?

Kilmarnock to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Aviemore train from?

Kilmarnock to Aviemore train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Aviemore is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Aviemore bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Aviemore train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Aviemore train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Aviemore is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Kilmarnock to Aviemore.

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 502+ hotels available in Aviemore.

Kilmarnock to Aviemore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stationbus Uk093
4h 16m
£22–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain
3. Take the train from Stirling to Aviemoretrain
4h 50m
£55–123
Drive 153.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Aviemorecar 153.2 mi
2h 56m
£38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
4h 56m
£61–125

Kilmarnock to Aviemore by bus

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Distance: 159.9 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Aviemore via Bath Street, Glasgow Queen Street, and Perth in around 4h 56m.

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