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

The cheapest way to get from Markinch to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Markinch to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Markinch and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Markinch to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Princes Street via Bus Station and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Markinch and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Markinch and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Markinch to Edinburgh?

The distance between Markinch and Edinburgh is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Markinch to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £14 - £26.

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

The train from Markinch to Edinburgh Waverley takes 53 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Edinburgh bus from?

Markinch to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Markinch to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Markinch to Edinburgh is to train which takes 53 min and costs £14 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Markinch to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Markinch to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Markinch to Edinburgh train arrive?

Markinch to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Markinch to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Markinch to Edinburgh is 34 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Markinch to Edinburgh.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Markinch to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Markinch to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
53 min
£14–26
Drive 33.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Markinch to Edinburghcar 33.3 mi
42 min
£8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park & Ridebus X59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Princes Streetbus X59 / ...
1h 18m
£9–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Markinch to Edinburghtaxi 33.3 mi
42 min
£210–260

Markinch to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 32.4 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Markinch to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 53 min. Cross Country also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Princes Street via Bus Station and Park & Ride in around 1h 18m.

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