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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbert is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbert is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Tarbert?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Tarbert. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Bus Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Tarbert?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Tarbert is 119 miles. The road distance is 114.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbert without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Tarbert bus from?

Kilmarnock to Tarbert bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Tarbert bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Tarbert bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Tarbert?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Tarbert is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Kilmarnock to Tarbert.

Where can I stay near Tarbert?

There are 251+ hotels available in Tarbert.

Kilmarnock to Tarbert - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbert by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Terminalbus 926
4h 50m
£26–45
Drive 113.5 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Tarbertcar 113.5 mi
2h 21m
£28–40
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wemyss Baytrain
3. Drive from Wemyss Bay to Tarbertcar
4h 31m
£50–84

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Distance: 118 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Tarbert, Argyll and Bute, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 6m.

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