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

The cheapest way to get from Muirkirk to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Muirkirk to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Muirkirk and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Muirkirk to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Well Road, Kilmarnock Bus Station and Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Muirkirk to Edinburgh?

The distance between Muirkirk and Edinburgh is 98 miles. The road distance is 52.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Muirkirk to Edinburgh without a car is to line 42 bus and train which takes 3h 41m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Muirkirk to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Muirkirk to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Muirkirk to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Muirkirk to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs £13 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Muirkirk to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Muirkirk to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Muirkirk to Edinburgh is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Muirkirk to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2507+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Muirkirk to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Muirkirk 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.

Line 42 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Furnace Road to Well Road42 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3h 41m
£31–92
Drive 51.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Muirkirk to Edinburgh51.8 mi
1h 16m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk090 / ...
3h 49m
£14–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow CentralCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
4h 7m
£23–31
Train
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow CentralCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
4h 20m
£15–35

Muirkirk to Edinburgh by bus, train, and foot

55Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.2 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Glasgow Road to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Well Road, Kilmarnock Bus Station, and Glasgow in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glasgow Road to Edinburgh Waverley via Well Road, Auchinleck, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 20m.

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