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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kirkcudbright?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Harbour Square via Whitesands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkcudbright is 117 miles. The road distance is 100.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright without a car is to train and line 381 bus and bus which takes 3h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright.

Where can I stay near Kirkcudbright?

There are 363+ hotels available in Kirkcudbright.

Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright - 4 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright 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, line 381 bus, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lockerbietrain
2. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Whitesandsbus 381
3. Take the bus from Whitesands to Swimming Poolbus 500
3h 2m
Drive 99.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbrightcar 99.5 mi
2h 13m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Swimming Poolbus 500
4h 11m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Harbour Squarebus 501
5h 7m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright.

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Distance: 116.3 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Harbour Square via Whitesands in around 5h 7m.

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