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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 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 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
How to Get to Kilmarnock
Plane
When flying to Kilmarnock, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Prestwick (PIK), which is located 13 km from the city center.
Train
Located 4 km from the city center, Kilmarnock Kilmaurs, Strathclyde is the busiest station in Kilmarnock. Another popular train station is Kilmarnock, located 0.2 km from the center.
Car
Another option to get to Kilmarnock is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Kilmarnock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.
Airlines serving Kilmarnock
Where to stay in Kilmarnock
Average rates range from around $104 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $316 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kilmarnock
Most booked hotels in Kilmarnock
Renting a car in Kilmarnock
Expect to pay $7.15 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 $85.85 and $114.47. The most frequently booked car type in Kilmarnock is Premium (Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.