What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Costa Coffee via Town Hall and Galgate - Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkby Stephen is 144 miles. The road distance is 135.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £27 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £27 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 561+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen 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
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CarlisleEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kirkby StephenCarlisle - Leeds / ...
3h 10m
£27–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dolphin Centre598 / ...
6h 40m
£23–31
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen134.7 mi
2h 36m
£34–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North LakesEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Pennine HotelS6
4h 34m

Edinburgh to Kirkby Stephen by bus

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6h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.6 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Kirkby Stephen, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkby Stephen via Carlisle and Kirkby Stephen in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dolphin Centre every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–29 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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