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 17m.

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 17m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Muirkirk and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Muirkirk to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Road and arriving at Princes Street via Ayr Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

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 44m and costs £27 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m 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 Glasgow Road station.

Train or bus from Muirkirk to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Muirkirk to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs £14 - £30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Muirkirk to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Muirkirk to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Muirkirk to Edinburgh is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Muirkirk to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Muirkirk to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 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 Roadbus 42 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 44m
£28–35
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
4h 18m
£12–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
4h 8m
£14–29
Drive 51.8 mi
1. Drive from Muirkirk to Edinburghcar 51.8 mi
1h 17m
£13–19

Muirkirk to Edinburgh by bus, train, and foot

55Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Muirkirk to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 97.2 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Glasgow Road to Princes Street via Ayr Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glasgow Road to Edinburgh Waverley via Well Road, Auchinleck, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 18m.

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