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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bradford is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bradford is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Bradford?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Bradford station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bradford Interchange Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Bradford?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Bradford Forster Square via Carlisle and Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Bradford?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Bradford is 196 miles. The road distance is 194.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bradford without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 26m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Kilmarnock to Bradford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bradford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bradford train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kilmarnock to Bradford?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bradford is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 26m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 16m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bradford bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Bradford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bradford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Bradford?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Bradford is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Kilmarnock to Bradford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bradford?

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Kilmarnock to Bradford - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Shipleytrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
5h 26m
£82–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
7h 16m
£33–57
Drive 193.8 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Bradfordcar 193.8 mi
3h 50m
£48–69
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
6h 57m
£59–144
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Bradford Interchangetrain Blackpool North - York / ...
5h 37m
£86–179
Bus via Little Germany X
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
8h 46m
£37–120
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain
7h 25m
£79–200
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain
7h 38m
£88–224
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain
6h 46m
£105–218

Kilmarnock to Bradford by train

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Distance: 194.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Bradford Forster Square via Carlisle and Shipley in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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