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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Strawberry Bank via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Blackburn via Carlisle and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Blackburn?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Blackburn is 193 miles. The road distance is 186.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Blackburn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Blackburn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Blackburn train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Blackburn train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Blackburn is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Kilmarnock to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Blackburn by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 51m
£53–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 26m
£33–63
Drive 185.6 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Blackburncar 185.6 mi
3h 26m
£47–67
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
6h 53m
£72–212
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
4. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain
7h 31m
£83–224

Kilmarnock to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 192 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Blackburn via Carlisle and Preston in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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