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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Montrose is to bus via Dundee which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Montrose is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Lloyds Pharmacy via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Montrose?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Montrose via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Montrose?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Montrose is 137 miles. The road distance is 126.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Kilmarnock to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Montrose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Montrose train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Montrose?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Montrose is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Montrose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Montrose is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Kilmarnock to Montrose.

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

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Where can I stay near Montrose?

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Kilmarnock to Montrose - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 53m
£49–90
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Montrose High Streetbus
4h 30m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Lloyds Pharmacybus X7
4h 12m
£26–49
Drive 125.4 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Montrosecar 125.4 mi
2h 31m
£32–45

Kilmarnock to Montrose by train and foot

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3h 53mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.6 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Montrose, Scotland?

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Montrose via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Lloyds Pharmacy via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 12m.

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