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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbolton is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbolton is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £21 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Tarbolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Tarbolton. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at James Street via Cowgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Tarbolton?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Tarbolton is 14 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbolton without a car is to line 76 bus and line 43 bus which takes 1h 17m and costs £6 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Tarbolton bus from?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Tarbolton bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Tarbolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Mansefield Road station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Tarbolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Tarbolton is 8 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Tarbolton.

Where can I stay near Tarbolton?

There are 541+ hotels available in Tarbolton.

Kilmarnock to Tarbolton - 3 ways to travel via line 76 bus, and line 43 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Tarbolton by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 76 bus, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Mansefield Roadbus 76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cowgate to James Streetbus 343 / ...
1h 17m
£6–9
Drive 8.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Tarboltoncar 8.4 mi
14 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Tarboltontaxi 8.4 mi
14 min
£21–25

Kilmarnock to Tarbolton by bus

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1h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 13.8 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to James Street via Mansefield Road and Cowgate in around 1h 17m.

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