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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Beith is to bus via Edinburgh - Regent Road which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Beith is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Beith?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Beith. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Reform Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Beith?

The distance between Edinburgh and Beith is 68 miles. The road distance is 63.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Beith without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 1m and costs £20 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Edinburgh to Beith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Beith bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Beith bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Beith?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Beith is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Edinburgh to Beith.

Where can I stay near Beith?

There are 625+ hotels available in Beith.

Edinburgh to Beith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 904 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Beith 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Reform StreetX36
2h 1m
£20–81
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Reform StreetX36
2h 22m
£7–19
Drive 63.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Beith63.5 mi
1h 21m
£16–23
Train, line 904 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Milliken Park
3. Take the bus from Milliken Park Road to Reform Street904
2h 27m
£29–88
Bus via Edinburgh - Regent Road
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh - Regent Road to GlasgowUk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Reform StreetX36
2h 29m
£7–13

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 67.5 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Beith, North Ayrshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Reform Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 22m.

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