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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield is to bus which costs £35 - £140 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Chesterfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Donkey Derby via Buchanan Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/A3 and Sheffield Interchange/D5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Chesterfield?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Chesterfield via Carlisle and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Chesterfield is 267 miles. The road distance is 244.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 6h 20m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Chesterfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Chesterfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield is to train via Manchester which takes 6h 20m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £140 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Chesterfield bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Chesterfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Chesterfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Chesterfield is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield.

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

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There are 12 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfieldtrain
6h 20m
£105–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31 / ...
8h 47m
£38–138
Drive 243 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Chesterfieldcar 243 mi
4h 58m
£60–87
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chesterfieldtrain
5h 18m
£69–160
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Chesterfieldtrain Carlisle - Nottingham
6h 43m
£98–179
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Chesterfieldtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
6h 56m
£177–250
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfieldtrain
7h 17m
£88–210
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chesterfieldtrain
5h 59m
£75–168
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 Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Leicestertrain
4. Take the train from Leicester to Chesterfieldtrain
6h 28m
£108–243
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 St Pancras Intl to Chesterfieldtrain
6h 51m
£160–448
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 Chesterfieldtrain
7h 14m
£122–246
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Chesterfieldtrain
6h 53m
£125–283

Kilmarnock to Chesterfield by train

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Distance: 265.6 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Chesterfield via Carlisle and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 5h 25m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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