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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ardrossan is to bus and line 11 bus which costs £16 - £25 and takes 3h 27m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Hill Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Ardrossan Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ardrossan?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ardrossan is 79 miles. The road distance is 74.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ardrossan without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 33m and costs £27 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Edinburgh to Ardrossan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ardrossan bus from?

Edinburgh to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ardrossan train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Ardrossan?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ardrossan is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 33m and costs £27 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 11 bus, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ardrossan bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ardrossan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ardrossan?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ardrossan is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Edinburgh to Ardrossan.

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

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Where can I stay near Ardrossan?

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour / ...
2h 33m
£27–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glasgowbus Uk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manse Courtbus 906 / ...
4h 13m
£13–31
Bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Hill Streetbus 11
3h 27m
£17–24
Drive 74.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ardrossancar 74.4 mi
1h 38m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour / ...
3h 3m
£23–86

Edinburgh to Ardrossan by train and foot

108Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Ardrossan.

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Distance: 78.3 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Ardrossan Town via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Hill Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 3h 27m.

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