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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston is to bus which costs £2 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kirkliston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Almondside. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkliston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkliston is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston without a car is to bus which takes 41 min and costs £2.

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

The bus from Shandwick Place to Almondside takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kirkliston bus from?

Edinburgh to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkliston bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Almondside station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kirkliston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kirkliston is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Edinburgh to Kirkliston.

Where can I stay near Kirkliston?

There are 2847+ hotels available in Kirkliston.

Edinburgh to Kirkliston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 71 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Almondsidebus X38
41 min
£2
Train, line 71 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Bowling Green Roadbus 71
59 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Kirklistontaxi 9.1 mi
20 min
£60–75
Drive 9.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kirklistoncar 9.1 mi
20 min
£3–4

Edinburgh to Kirkliston by bus

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Shandwick Place to Almondside every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 41 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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