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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Mallaig and Kilmarnock is 170 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock without a car is to bus which takes 5h 41m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Kilmarnock bus from?

Mallaig to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallaig to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock is to bus which takes 5h 41m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £140 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Mallaig to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Mallaig to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Mallaig to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Kilmarnock is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Mallaig to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 566+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

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There are 3 ways to get from Mallaig to Kilmarnock by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
5h 41m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
6h 24m
£76–134
Drive 162.3 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Kilmarnockcar 162.3 mi
3h 23m
£40–58

Mallaig to Kilmarnock by bus

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Distance: 168.6 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Boatyard to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street 3 times a day. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 5h 26m.

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