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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Kilmarnock is to line 555 bus and bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Windermere and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Windermere to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Rail Interchange and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station, Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Kilmarnock via Oxenholme Lake District and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Windermere to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Windermere and Kilmarnock is 151 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Kilmarnock without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h and costs £50 - £95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Windermere to Kilmarnock bus from?

Windermere to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Rail Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Kilmarnock train from?

Windermere to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Windermere to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Windermere to Kilmarnock is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus and bus, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Windermere to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Windermere to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Windermere to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Windermere to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Kilmarnock is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Windermere to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Windermere to Kilmarnock - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Windermere to Kilmarnock by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
4h
£52–93
Line 555 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
6h 27m
£29–43
Drive 135.7 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Kilmarnockcar 135.7 mi
2h 44m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
4h 3m
£52–101

Windermere to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 150.5 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Kilmarnock via Oxenholme Lake District and Carlisle in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station, Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Carlisle, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 27m.

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