What is the cheapest way to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders?

The cheapest way to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders?

The fastest way to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Cumnock and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumnock station to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Cumnock Bus Station and arriving at A7 Boleside Hail & Ride via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders?

The distance between Cumnock and The Scottish Borders is 120 miles. The road distance is 71.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders without a car?

The best way to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumnock to The Scottish Borders bus from?

Cumnock to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders?

The best way to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Cumnock to The Scottish Borders bus arrive?

Cumnock to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumnock to The Scottish Borders is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders.

Where can I stay near The Scottish Borders?

There are 399+ hotels available in The Scottish Borders.

Cumnock to The Scottish Borders - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
4h 31m
£43–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to A7 Boleside Hail & RideX95
5h 22m
£15–33
Drive 71.3 mi
1. Drive from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders71.3 mi
1h 36m
£18–26
Train via Kilmarnock
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
5h 7m
£26–47

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Map of how to get from Cumnock to The Scottish Borders.

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Distance: 118.9 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Cumnock, Scotland and The Scottish Borders, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Galashiels via Well Road, Auchinleck, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to A7 Boleside Hail & Ride via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 5h 22m.

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