What is the cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to East Kilbride station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Sauchiehall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at East Kilbride via Pollokshaws West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride?

The distance between Kilmarnock and East Kilbride is 29 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £12 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to East Kilbride bus from?

Kilmarnock to East Kilbride bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to East Kilbride train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 6 bus, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to East Kilbride bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to East Kilbride bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to East Kilbride train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to East Kilbride is 19 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride.

How do I get a train ticket from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride?

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Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

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Kilmarnock to East Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 6 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Pollokshaws Westtrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Pollokshaws West to East Kilbridetrain Glasgow Central - East Kilbride
1h 23m
£12–24
Drive 18.4 mi
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1. Drive from Kilmarnock to East Kilbridecar 18.4 mi
25 min
£5–7
Bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
1h 52m
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to East Kilbridetaxi 18.4 mi
25 min
£40–50

Kilmarnock to East Kilbride by train

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and East Kilbride, Scotland?

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to East Kilbride via Pollokshaws West in around 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bus Station via Bath Street and Sauchiehall Lane in around 1h 52m.

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