Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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.

Where to Eat in Kilmarnock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blues – at the park (Rugby Park) and Maggie's Bar & Kitchen (14-16 Glencairn Square) are great picks.

When to visit Kilmarnock

Kilmarnock in December
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kilmarnock in December
Estimated hotel price
$158
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 13 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilmarnock is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Kilmarnock. You’ll find branches of Avis and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Kilmarnock, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Prestwick (PIK), which is located 13 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilmarnock is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Kilmarnock. You’ll find branches of Avis and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Kilmarnock

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Kilmarnock

Lufthansa
Good (8,144 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,541 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,124 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,449 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,480 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (947 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,006 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,629 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,885 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,352 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (421 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,416 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,573 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kilmarnock

Most booked hotels in Kilmarnock

Western House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$229+
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The Burnside Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$170+
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Fairfield House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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Horizon Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$188+
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Mercure Ayr Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$215+
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The Ayrshire and Galloway
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$228+
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Hiring a car in Kilmarnock

Expect to pay $3.43 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 $41.10 and $54.80. The most frequently booked car type in Kilmarnock is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.43 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 $41.10 and $54.80. The most frequently booked car type in Kilmarnock is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.