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

The cheapest way to get from Tarbert to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tarbert to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Tarbert and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Tarbert to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Terminal and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Tarbert to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Tarbert and Kilmarnock is 119 miles. The road distance is 114.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tarbert to Kilmarnock without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Tarbert to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tarbert to Kilmarnock bus from?

Tarbert to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Tarbert to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Tarbert to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Tarbert to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarbert to Kilmarnock is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Tarbert to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 573+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Tarbert to Kilmarnock - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tarbert to Kilmarnock by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
4h
£25–44
Drive 113.6 mi
1. Drive from Tarbert to Kilmarnockcar 113.6 mi
2h 22m
£28–40
Drive, train
1. Drive from Tarbert to Wemyss Baycar
2. Take the train from Wemyss Bay to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
4h 35m
£49–82

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Distance: 118.4 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Tarbert, Argyll and Bute, Scotland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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