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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Burnley is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Burnley is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Burnley?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Burnley is 239 miles. The road distance is 185.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Kilmarnock to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Burnley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Burnley train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Burnley?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Burnley is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Burnley bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Burnley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Burnley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Burnley is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Kilmarnock to Burnley.

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

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Where can I stay near Burnley?

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Kilmarnock to Burnley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Burnley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 52m
£56–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics Institutebus X43
6h 56m
£35–53
Drive 184.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Burnleycar 184.7 mi
3h 36m
£46–67
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 Burnley Manchester Roadtrain
7h 29m
£74–193
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain
3. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to Ormerod Roadbus M6
6h 26m
£67–116
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain
8h 22m
£71–178

Kilmarnock to Burnley by train

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Distance: 237.3 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Burnley Manchester Road via Glasgow Central and Preston in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Mechanics Institute via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 56m.

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