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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Lancaster and Kilmarnock is 195 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Lancaster to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Kilmarnock bus from?

Lancaster to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Underpass station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Kilmarnock train from?

Lancaster to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Lancaster to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Lancaster to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Lancaster to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Kilmarnock is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Lancaster to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Lancaster to Kilmarnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
3h 19m
£71–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 26m
£30–48
Drive 158 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Kilmarnockcar 158 mi
2h 58m
£39–56
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
3h 33m
£65–117

Lancaster to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 193.5 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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