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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kilwinning is to bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kilwinning is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kilwinning?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kilwinning. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at McGavin Way via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Kilwinning?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Kilwinning. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kilwinning via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kilwinning?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kilwinning is 74 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kilwinning without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 37m and costs £27 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Edinburgh to Kilwinning, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kilwinning bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kilwinning train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kilwinning?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kilwinning is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 37m and costs £27 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kilwinning bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Kilwinning train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kilwinning?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kilwinning is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Edinburgh to Kilwinning.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilwinning?

There are 563+ hotels available in Kilwinning.

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to KilwinningGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
1h 37m
£28–86
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to GlasgowUk090 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to KilwinningGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 16m
£14–31
Drive 69.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kilwinning69.4 mi
1h 28m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow CentralEdinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to KilwinningGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 6m
£23–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to McGavin WayX36
3h 26m
£15–21

Edinburgh to Kilwinning by train and foot

498Weekly Services

1h 37mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kilwinning via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to McGavin Way via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 26m.

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