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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £8 - £25 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock 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 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Edinburgh is 71 miles. The road distance is 64.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 59m and costs £26 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 59m and costs £26 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Edinburgh is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow CentralKilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 59m
£26–85
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus StationX71 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk090 / ...
2h 21m
£8–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
2h 4m
£13–20
Drive 63.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh63.7 mi
1h 19m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow CentralKilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 37m
£10–28

Kilmarnock to Edinburgh by train and foot

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1h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 4m.

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