Colchester to Kilmarnock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

338.6 miles 545 km · straight line
416.4 miles actual route 670.2 km · driving distance
7h 54min estimated drive time
£63 - £78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Kilmarnock?

The distance from Colchester to Kilmarnock is 338.6 miles (545 km) as the crow flies. Kilmarnock is located NW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 416.4 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Colchester and Kilmarnock. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Colchester to Kilmarnock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 54min £63 - £78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 29min $33–$62* Budget
Train ~7h 30min $50–$146* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
Kilmarnock
55.61°N, 4.50°W
Europe/London
39m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 113 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM