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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £85 - £160 and takes 13h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth is to train and fly which takes 4h 31m and costs £55 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Bournemouth via Glasgow Central, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Bournemouth is 430 miles. The road distance is 427.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 8h 35m and costs £130 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bournemouth bus from?

Kilmarnock to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bournemouth train from?

Kilmarnock to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth is to train which takes 8h 35m and costs £130 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £85 - £160 and takes 13h 11m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bournemouth train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Bournemouth is 427 miles. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth.

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

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Kilmarnock to Bournemouth - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
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1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
4h 31m
£59–205
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
8h 35m
£136–312
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
12h 5m
£118–185
Drive 424.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Bournemouthcar 424.7 mi
7h 43m
£105–152
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
6h 23m
£113–259
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
7h
£81–200
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
6h 41m
£98–242
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
6h 37m
£128–440
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain
10h 54m
£175–287
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
13h 11m
£88–154

Kilmarnock to Bournemouth by train and subway

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8h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 427.8 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Bournemouth via Glasgow Central, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 8h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 13h 11m.

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