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 £18 - £28 and takes 6h 14m.

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 44m 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 14m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkcolm is 155 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 via Glasgow which takes 5h 58m and costs £40 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m 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 FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 58m and costs £40 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkcolm bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Kirkcolm bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 44m to drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm.

Where can I stay near Kirkcolm?

There are 183+ hotels available in Kirkcolm.

Edinburgh to Kirkcolm - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcolm by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 58m
£42–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
6h 14m
£18–27
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcolmcar 131.2 mi
2h 44m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
6h 21m
£32–96
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
6h 30m
£37–105
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 42m

Edinburgh to Kirkcolm by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

5h 58mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Post Office via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie in around 6h 14m.

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