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

The cheapest way to get from Montrose to Kilmarnock is to bus via Dundee which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montrose to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Montrose and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Montrose to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Co-op and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Montrose to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Montrose and Kilmarnock is 136 miles. The road distance is 126.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Montrose to Kilmarnock without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 58m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Montrose to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montrose to Kilmarnock bus from?

Montrose to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Co-op station.

Where does the Montrose to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Montrose to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Can I drive from Montrose to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Montrose to Kilmarnock is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Montrose to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 564+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Montrose to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2h 58m
£52–82
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Montrose High Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
4h 15m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Co-op to Seagate Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3h 49m
£26–48
Drive 125.5 mi
1. Drive from Montrose to Kilmarnockcar 125.5 mi
2h 34m
£32–45

Montrose to Kilmarnock by train, foot, and bus

106Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.7 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Montrose, Scotland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Co-op to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 49m.

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