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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcudbright and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Harbour Square and arriving at Princes Street via Maxwell Arms and Whitesands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kirkcudbright and Edinburgh is 117 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh bus from?

Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Whitesands station.

Where does the Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Princes Street station.

Can I drive from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2451+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Carlingwark Street to Dumfries stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 48m
Drive 99.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkcudbright to Edinburghcar 99.5 mi
2h 13m
£25–36
Bus, train via Carlisle
1. Take the bus from Carlingwark Street to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
5h 3m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Whitesands to Princes Street hourly, and the journey takes 2h 48m.

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