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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Keswick is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Keswick is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Keswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Keswick station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Glasgow and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Keswick?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Keswick is 127 miles. The road distance is 118.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Keswick without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 13m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Kilmarnock to Keswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Keswick bus from?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Keswick bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Keswick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Keswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Keswick is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Kilmarnock to Keswick.

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2552+ hotels available in Keswick.

Kilmarnock to Keswick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Keswick by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
3h 13m
£46–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus Ukn31
5h 10m
£25–41
Drive 117.8 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Keswickcar 117.8 mi
2h 33m
£29–42
Train, bus via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
3h 42m
£52–97
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 553
4h 3m
£41–72

Kilmarnock to Keswick by train and bus

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.3 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Keswick, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bus Station via Glasgow, Carlisle, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 10m.

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