Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Kilmarnock travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kilmarnock

With a population of 42,904, Kilmarnock is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kilmarnock has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kilmarnock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fenwick Hotel (Ayr Road) and Lairds Table (Craufurdland Estate) 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 May
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kilmarnock in May
Estimated hotel price
$75
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 center.

Train

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

Car

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

Plane

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

Train

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

Car

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

Airports near Kilmarnock

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Kilmarnock

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kilmarnock

Most booked hotels in Kilmarnock

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Dean Park Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (9, 425 reviews)
$128+
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The Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1702 reviews)
$116+
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Fairfield House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1821 reviews)
$104+
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Riverside Lodge Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2014 reviews)
$106+
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Travelodge Ayr
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 29 reviews)
$69+
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Horizon Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1867 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Kilmarnock

Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Kilmarnock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. Compact (Kia Cee'd or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kilmarnock, while also 87% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Kilmarnock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. Compact (Kia Cee'd or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kilmarnock, while also 87% cheaper than other types, on average.

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