What is the cheapest way to get from New Lanark to Kilmarnock?

The cheapest way to get from New Lanark to Kilmarnock is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New Lanark to Kilmarnock?

The fastest way to get from New Lanark to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between New Lanark and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from New Lanark to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between New Lanark and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from New Lanark to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from New Lanark to Kilmarnock?

The distance between New Lanark and Kilmarnock is 51 miles. The road distance is 35.1 miles.

How do I travel from New Lanark to Kilmarnock without a car?

The best way to get from New Lanark to Kilmarnock without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from New Lanark to Kilmarnock?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from New Lanark to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Lanark to Kilmarnock bus from?

New Lanark to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.

Where do I catch the New Lanark to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from New Lanark to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from New Lanark to Kilmarnock is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the New Lanark to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

New Lanark to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the New Lanark to Kilmarnock train arrive?

New Lanark to Kilmarnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from New Lanark to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between New Lanark to Kilmarnock is 35 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from New Lanark to Kilmarnock.

How do I get a train ticket from New Lanark to Kilmarnock?

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 569+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

New Lanark to Kilmarnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 240X
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2h 5m
Drive 34.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Lanark to Kilmarnockcar 34.9 mi
55 min
£9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow Centraltrain Lanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
2h 6m
£23–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New Lanark to Kilmarnocktaxi 34.9 mi
55 min
£75–90

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Distance: 50.6 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between New Lanark, Scotland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Wellgate to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lanark to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central in around 2h 6m.

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