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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Auchinleck is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Auchinleck is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Auchinleck?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Auchinleck. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Park Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Auchinleck?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Auchinleck. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Auchinleck via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Auchinleck?

The distance between Edinburgh and Auchinleck is 85 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Auchinleck without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Edinburgh to Auchinleck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Auchinleck bus from?

Edinburgh to Auchinleck bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Auchinleck train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Auchinleck?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Auchinleck is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 76 bus, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Auchinleck bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Auchinleck bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Auchinleck train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Auchinleck?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Auchinleck is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Edinburgh to Auchinleck.

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

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Where can I stay near Auchinleck?

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Edinburgh to Auchinleck - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 76 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Auchinleck 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 Auchinlecktrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
2h 59m
£37–66
Drive 62.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Auchinleckcar 62.2 mi
1h 35m
£16–22
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Park Roadbus 50 / ...
3h 23m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Auchinlecktrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 30m
£26–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Auchinlecktrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 31m
£26–43

Edinburgh to Auchinleck by train and foot

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2h 59mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Auchinleck via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Park Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 3h 23m.

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