Kilmarnock travel guide

Kilmarnock Tourism | Kilmarnock Guide

You're Going to Love Kilmarnock

With a population of 42,904, Kilmarnock is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom.

Where to Eat in Kilmarnock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fenwick Hotel (Ayr Road) and Blues – at the park (Rugby Park) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Rowallan Castle Glasshouse Restaurant (Rowallan Castle) and Kings Arms (89 Main Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kilmarnock.

When to visit Kilmarnock

Kilmarnock in November
Estimated hotel price
RM 322
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kilmarnock in November
Estimated hotel price
RM 322
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kilmarnock

Plane

When flying to Kilmarnock, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Prestwick (PIK), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Train

Located 2 miles from the city centre, Kilmarnock Kilmaurs, Strathclyde is the busiest station in Kilmarnock. Another popular train station is Kilmarnock, located 0.1 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilmarnock is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 56 miles from Kilmarnock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Kilmarnock, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Prestwick (PIK), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Train

Located 2 miles from the city centre, Kilmarnock Kilmaurs, Strathclyde is the busiest station in Kilmarnock. Another popular train station is Kilmarnock, located 0.1 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilmarnock is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 56 miles from Kilmarnock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Kilmarnock

Airlines serving Kilmarnock

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,292 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,741 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kilmarnock

Most booked hotels in Kilmarnock

Western House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 425+
Fairfield House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 453+
Horizon Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 484+
Travelodge Ayr
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 287+
Mercure Ayr Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
RM 498+

Hiring a car in Kilmarnock

Expect to pay RM 8.87 per litre in Kilmarnock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 106.42 and RM 141.89. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kilmarnock, while also 83% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 8.87 per litre in Kilmarnock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 106.42 and RM 141.89. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kilmarnock, while also 83% cheaper than other types, on average.