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

The cheapest way to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh is to line 11 bus and bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Kilwinning and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilwinning to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from St Winnings Lane and arriving at Princes Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Kilwinning and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Kilwinning to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kilwinning and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Kilwinning to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kilwinning and Edinburgh is 74 miles. The road distance is 70.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 44m and costs £27 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilwinning to Edinburgh bus from?

Kilwinning to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from St Winnings Lane station.

Where do I catch the Kilwinning to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilwinning to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 44m and costs £27 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 11 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Kilwinning to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilwinning to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilwinning to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilwinning to Edinburgh is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Kilwinning to Edinburgh.

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

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Kilwinning to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 11 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Kilwinning 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 Kilwinning to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 44m
£27–28
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kilwinning to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 17m
£11–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilwinning to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
2h 6m
£19–24
Drive 70.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilwinning to Edinburghcar 70.2 mi
1h 30m
£18–25
Line 11 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Winnings Lane to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus 11
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
3h 1m
£11–17

Kilwinning to Edinburgh by train and foot

316Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a train from Kilwinning to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Winnings Lane to Princes Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 1m.

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