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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Kilmarnock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 277 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£77 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Leeds to Kilmarnock, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Kilmarnock:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Kilmarnock costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Kilmarnock take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 30m.
Tickets start at around £77 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£22. The journey takes 4h 43m versus 4h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Kilmarnock from Leeds by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Leeds to Kilmarnock is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Kilmarnock are Glasgow, Edinburgh and Paisley. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kilmarnock on Omio.
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, known for grand architecture, a strong music scene and a friendly, direct character. Its industrial past on the Clyde still shapes a city that now balances major museums, lively neighbourhoods and a clear cultural confidence.
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital, known for its medieval Old Town and graceful Georgian streets. Historic landmarks, literary roots and a strong festival culture give the city a distinct, atmospheric character.
Paisley is best known for Paisley Abbey and the textile history behind the famous Paisley pattern. Its Victorian architecture, museums and growing cultural scene give the town a strong sense of identity.
Travel to Kilmarnock easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Kilmarnock.
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Kilmarnock:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Kilmarnock costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Kilmarnock take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 30m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and Kilmarnock as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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