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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Thirsk is to bus and train which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Thirsk is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station and County Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Thirsk via Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Thirsk?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Thirsk is 297 miles. The road distance is 185.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £90 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Kilmarnock to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Thirsk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Thirsk train from?

Kilmarnock to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Thirsk is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £90 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Thirsk bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Thirsk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Thirsk train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Thirsk is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Kilmarnock to Thirsk.

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

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

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Kilmarnock to Thirsk - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Thirsk by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 13m
£93–222
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11bus Ukn10
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Thirsktrain Saltburn - Manchester Airport / ...
8h 35m
£37–62
Drive 184.4 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Thirskcar 184.4 mi
3h 29m
£46–66
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Thirsktrain
7h 57m
£81–185
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Thirsktrain
6h 42m
£88–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591
9h 11m
£49–117
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Thirsktrain
8h 1m
£93–223

Kilmarnock to Thirsk by train and foot

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Distance: 295.6 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Thirsk via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and York in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centre once daily. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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