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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Clarkston is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Clarkston is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Clarkston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Church Street and arriving at Montgomery Drive. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Clarkston?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Clarkston. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Clarkston via Pollokshaws West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Clarkston?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Clarkston is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Clarkston without a car is to line 4 bus which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £8.

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

The line 4 bus from Church Street to Montgomery Drive takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Clarkston bus from?

Kilmarnock to Clarkston bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Clarkston train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Clarkston?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Clarkston is to line 4 bus which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Clarkston bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Clarkston bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Montgomery Drive station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Clarkston train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Clarkston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Pollokshaws West station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Clarkston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Clarkston is 17 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Clarkston.

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

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Where can I stay near Clarkston?

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Kilmarnock to Clarkston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Clarkston by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 4 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Montgomery Drivebus 4
44 min
£6–8
Drive 17 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Clarkstoncar 17 mi
21 min
£5–6
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Pollokshaws Westtrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 8m
£10–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Clarkstontaxi 17 mi
21 min
£35–50

Kilmarnock to Clarkston by bus

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Distance: 16.7 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Clarkston, East Renfrewshire, Scotland?

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Church Street to Montgomery Drive every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Pollokshaws West hourly. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 39 min.

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