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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Swansea is to bus which costs £55 - £95 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Swansea is to fly and train which takes 6h 13m and costs £70 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Swansea via Carlisle and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Swansea?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Swansea is 417 miles. The road distance is 371.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Swansea without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 48m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 48m to get from Kilmarnock to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Swansea?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Swansea is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 48m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 13h.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Swansea bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Millennium Point station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Swansea is 372 miles. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Kilmarnock to Swansea.

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

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Kilmarnock to Swansea - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Swansea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain
8h 48m
£118–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
13h
£60–92
Drive 369.8 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Swanseacar 369.8 mi
7h 13m
£92–132
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 Parkway to Swanseatrain
6h 13m
£73–183
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
11h 10m
£237–380
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
7h 35m
£90–232
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
7h 22m
£102–222
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 Paddington to Swanseatrain
7h 21m
£163–485
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 Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
7h 48m
£144–312
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain
7h 56m
£130–328

Kilmarnock to Swansea by train

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Distance: 414.3 mi
Duration: 8h 48m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Swansea via Carlisle and Crewe in around 8h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 13h.

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