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 43 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 £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kirkliston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Almondside. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkliston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkliston is 10 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 43 min and costs £2.

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

The bus from Princes Street to Almondside takes 43 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 Princes Street 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 2556+ hotels available in Kirkliston.

Edinburgh to Kirkliston - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, line 71 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston by bus, tram, taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Almondsidebus X38
43 min
£2
Tram, line 71 bus
1. Take the tram from Princes Street to Gyle Centretram T50
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Almondsidebus 71
1h 5m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Kirklistontaxi 9.1 mi
20 min
£30–40
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: 9.7 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Princes Street to Almondside every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 43 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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