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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Penrith to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Penrith and Kilmarnock is 143 miles. The road distance is 110.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 43m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Penrith to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Kilmarnock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penrith to Kilmarnock train from?

Penrith to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Penrith to Kilmarnock is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 43m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Penrith to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Penrith to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Penrith to Kilmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Kilmarnock is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Penrith to Kilmarnock.

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
2h 43m
£53–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3h 26m
£20–31
Drive 109.5 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Kilmarnockcar 109.5 mi
2h 12m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
2h 57m
£46–86

Penrith to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 142.5 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 26m.

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