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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kirkcolm?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkcolm is 143 miles. The road distance is 131.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 51m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kirkcolm bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkcolm bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kirkcolm is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm.

Where can I stay near Kirkcolm?

There are 178+ hotels available in Kirkcolm.

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

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

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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 Port Rodie923
5h 51m
£32–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 11m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 28m
£37–113
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm131.2 mi
2h 43m
£32–47
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to GlasgowUk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
6h 30m

Edinburgh to Kirkcolm by train, foot, and bus

52Weekly Services

5h 51mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.5 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Post Office via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie in around 6h 11m.

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