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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Thornhill is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Thornhill is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Thornhill?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Thornhill. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Old Post Office via Cumnock Bus Station and Castle Primary school. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Thornhill?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Thornhill is 46 miles. The road distance is 44.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Thornhill without a car is to train and line 246 bus which takes 2h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Kilmarnock to Thornhill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Thornhill bus from?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Thornhill bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Thornhill bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Cumnock Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Thornhill?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Thornhill is 44 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Thornhill.

Where can I stay near Thornhill?

There are 280+ hotels available in Thornhill.

Kilmarnock to Thornhill - 4 ways to travel via train, line 246 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Thornhill by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 246 bus
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Kirkconneltrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Turning Point to Old Post Officebus 246
2h 12m
Drive 43.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Thornhillcar 43.9 mi
56 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Thornhilltaxi 43.9 mi
56 min
£90–110
Line 76 bus, line 246 bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Cumnock Bus Stationbus 76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Old Post Officebus 246
3h 7m

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Distance: 45.5 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Old Post Office via Cumnock Bus Station and Castle Primary school in around 3h 7m.

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