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Trains from Kilmarnock (KMK) to Nelson (NEL)

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16

train journeys
per day

153

miles (246 kms)

4hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:22 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Kilmarnock (KMK) to Nelson (NEL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Kilmarnock and Nelson , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kilmarnock to Nelson is approximately 153 miles (246 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 20 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Kilmarnock and Nelson.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kilmarnock to Nelson. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Kilmarnock to Nelson Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:22
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:52
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:53
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:23
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:59
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:28
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:54
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:27
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:28
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:27
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:59
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:53
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    20:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:55
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    21:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:29
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    22:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:59
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    00:45
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:58
    8 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    06:25
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    22:53
    9 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    08:26
    Kilmarnock
    Nelson
    Kilmarnock to Nelson

About Kilmarnock Station

Station name Kilmarnock (KMK)
Address Kilmarnock station, Hill Street, Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, KA1 2AF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 23:35
Saturday 06:30 - 23:35
Sunday 10:15 - 23:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Kilmarnock and Nelson

The travel time between Kilmarnock and Nelson by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kilmarnock and Nelson vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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Amenities on trains between Kilmarnock and Nelson can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Kilmarnock & Nelson. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Kilmarnock and Nelson.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Kilmarnock and Nelson, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.