What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby Stephen and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Pennine Hotel and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Galgate - Commercial Hotel and Dolphin Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kirkby Stephen and Edinburgh is 144 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £27 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh bus from?

Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Train or bus from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £27 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2538+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kirkby Stephen 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
best
1. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to CarlisleLeeds - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 10m
£28–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
6h 45m
£22–32
Drive 135.1 mi
1. Drive from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh135.1 mi
2h 36m
£34–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Bus StationS6
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh WaverleyManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h
Line 572 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Galgate - Stand B572
2. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Town HallX75 / ...
3. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 26m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 143.6 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Kirkby Stephen, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh Waverley via Kirkby Stephen and Carlisle in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–29 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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