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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm is to bus which costs £15 - £20 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kilmacolm?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Moss Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kilmacolm is 72 miles. The road distance is 64.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kilmacolm bus from?

Edinburgh to Kilmacolm bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £20 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kilmacolm bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kilmacolm is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Edinburgh to Kilmacolm.

Where can I stay near Kilmacolm?

There are 1506+ hotels available in Kilmacolm.

Edinburgh to Kilmacolm - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Port Glasgowtrain Glasgow Central - Wemyss Bay / ...
2h 23m
£27–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Moss Roadbus X7
2h 56m
£16–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Wellington Street to Moss Roadbus X7
2h 30m
£20–38
Drive 64 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kilmacolmcar 64 mi
1h 17m
£16–23
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Moss Roadbus X7
2h 57m
£16–19

Edinburgh to Kilmacolm by train, foot, and bus

181Weekly Services

2h 23mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Market Place via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Port Glasgow, and Bus Station in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Moss Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 56m.

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