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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Taunton is to bus which costs £70 - £130 and takes 14h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Taunton is to train and fly which takes 4h 45m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Taunton?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Taunton Town Centre K via Buchanan Bus Station, Sewage Works and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Taunton via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Taunton?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Taunton is 405 miles. The road distance is 409.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Taunton without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 36m and costs £150 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Kilmarnock to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Taunton bus from?

Kilmarnock to Taunton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Taunton train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Taunton?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Taunton is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 36m and costs £150 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £130 and takes 14h 15m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Taunton bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Taunton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Taunton is 409 miles. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Kilmarnock to Taunton.

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

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There are 11 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Taunton by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
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1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
4h 45m
£59–158
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
8h 36m
£156–258
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G3
2. Take the bus from Town Hall to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
14h 15m
£73–127
Drive 407.1 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Tauntoncar 407.1 mi
6h 55m
£101–146
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
5h 29m
£65–168
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
6h 2m
£115–337
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 Tauntontrain
6h 32m
£93–197
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 Tauntontrain
6h 9m
£143–435
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 Tauntontrain
6h 37m
£124–282
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Tauntontrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 25m
£239–365
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain
11h 45m
£162–280

Kilmarnock to Taunton by train

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Distance: 402.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Taunton, England?

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Taunton via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre K via Buchanan Bus Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Sewage Works, and Town Hall in around 14h 15m.

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