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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock is to train and bus which costs £80 - £160 and takes 12h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which takes 5h 1m and costs £55 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Kilmarnock via Waterloo station, London Euston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Portsmouth and Kilmarnock is 500 miles. The road distance is 432.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via London which takes 8h 2m and costs £150 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Kilmarnock bus from?

Portsmouth to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Kilmarnock train from?

Portsmouth to Kilmarnock train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock is to train via London which takes 8h 2m and costs £150 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £95 - £250 and takes 12h 6m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Portsmouth to Kilmarnock train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Kilmarnock is 432 miles. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 566+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Portsmouth to Kilmarnock - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Portsmouth to Kilmarnock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central
8h 2m
£150–313
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Eastleightrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 1m
£57–203
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 802
12h 6m
£99–249
Drive 429.6 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Kilmarnockcar 429.6 mi
7h 38m
£106–153
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 30m
£85–314
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Glasgow Centraltrain Bournemouth - Glasgow Central
12h
£279–409
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030 / ...
12h 50m
£84–153
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 49m
£71–198
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5h 48m
£87–292
Fly Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
2. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5h 44m
£94–231
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
5h 55m
£117–425
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
6h 56m
£86–206

Portsmouth to Kilmarnock by train and subway

142Weekly Services

8h 2mAverage Duration

£150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 497.4 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Kilmarnock via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 6m.

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