What is the cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £8 - £20 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock (Station) station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kilmarnock (Station) and Edinburgh is 71 miles. The road distance is 64.2 miles.

How do I travel from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 5m and costs £26 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 5m and costs £26 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £20 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Kilmarnock (Station) and Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is 1h behind Kilmarnock (Station). It is currently 6:58 AM in Kilmarnock (Station) and 5:58 AM in Edinburgh.

Where does the Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh?

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Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh 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 via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2h 5m
£27–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 11m
£8–20
Drive 63.8 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburghcar 63.8 mi
1h 20m
£16–23
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X71 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 12m
£13–20
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 38m
£11–28

Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh by train and foot

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2h 5mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Kilmarnock (Station) to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock (Station), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kilmarnock (Station) to Princes Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 11m.

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