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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kirkconnel?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Main Street via Whitesands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Kirkconnel?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kirkconnel via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkconnel is 100 miles. The road distance is 59.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 16m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kirkconnel bus from?

Edinburgh to Kirkconnel bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kirkconnel train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 16m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkconnel bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Kirkconnel bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Whitesands station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkconnel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kirkconnel is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Edinburgh to Kirkconnel.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkconnel?

There are 81+ hotels available in Kirkconnel.

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kirkconneltrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 16m
£32–110
Drive 58.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kirkconnelcar 58.8 mi
1h 22m
£15–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh - Princes Street to Glasgowbus Uk090
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kirkconneltrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 50m
£19–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Main Streetbus 246
4h 31m
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kirkconneltrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 47m
£25–102

Edinburgh to Kirkconnel by train and foot

61Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.5 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkconnel via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Main Street via Whitesands in around 4h 31m.

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