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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Kilmarnock is to fly and train which costs £45 - £190 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Kilmarnock is to fly and train which takes 4h 9m and costs £45 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Kilmarnock via Wolverhampton and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

How far is it from Southampton to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Southampton and Kilmarnock is 401 miles. The road distance is 420 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 9h 6m and costs £170 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Southampton to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Kilmarnock bus from?

Southampton to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Kilmarnock train from?

Southampton to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Southampton to Kilmarnock is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 9h 6m and costs £170 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £85 - £220 and takes 12h 41m.

Where does the Southampton to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Southampton to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Southampton to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Kilmarnock is 420 miles. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Southampton to Kilmarnock.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Kilmarnock?

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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

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

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Fly Southampton Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
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1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
4h 9m
£50–187
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Wolverhamptontrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain
9h 6m
£179–296
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
12h 41m
£88–212
Drive 417.5 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Kilmarnockcar 417.5 mi
7h 21m
£102–147
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
4h 52m
£86–215
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station 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 35m
£86–327
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station 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 53m
£87–295
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 41m
£127–441
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
6h 12m
£76–183
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 48m
£85–233
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Glasgow Centraltrain Bournemouth - Glasgow Central
10h 18m
£296–413
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn10
15h 11m
£65–252

Southampton to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 398.9 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Kilmarnock via Wolverhampton and Carlisle in around 9h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 41m.

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