What is the cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh is to line 11 bus and bus which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrossan to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Edinburgh - Princes Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Ardrossan and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Town and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ardrossan and Edinburgh is 79 miles. The road distance is 75.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ardrossan to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h and costs £27 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Edinburgh bus from?

Ardrossan to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Hill Street station.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Edinburgh train from?

Ardrossan to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ardrossan Town station.

Train or bus from Ardrossan to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h and costs £27 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 11 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Ardrossan to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ardrossan to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Edinburgh train arrive?

Ardrossan to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Edinburgh is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Ardrossan to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Ardrossan to Edinburgh?

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Ardrossan to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ardrossan to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2h
£28–86
Line 11 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus 11
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh - Princes Streetbus
3h 46m
£11–18
Drive 75.2 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Edinburghcar 75.2 mi
1h 38m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 38m
£12–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crawford Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 49 to Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1bus megabus 900 / ...
4h 16m
£18–23

Ardrossan to Edinburgh by train and foot

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Distance: 78.3 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Ardrossan, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to Edinburgh - Princes Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Glasgow in around 3h 46m.

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