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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston is to bus which costs £2 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kirkliston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Station Road station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkliston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkliston is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston without a car is to bus which takes 42 min and costs £2.

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

The bus from Princes Street to Station Road takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kirkliston bus from?

Edinburgh to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkliston bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Station Road.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kirkliston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kirkliston is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Edinburgh to Kirkliston.

Where can I stay near Kirkliston?

There are 2816+ hotels available in Kirkliston.

Edinburgh to Kirkliston - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, line 71 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kirkliston by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Station Roadbus X38
42 min
£2
Tram, line 71 bus
1. Take the tram from Princes Street to Gyle Centretram T50
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Bowling Green Roadbus 71
1h 5m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Kirklistontaxi 9.1 mi
20 min
£60–75
Drive 9.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kirklistoncar 9.1 mi
20 min
£3–4

Edinburgh to Kirkliston by bus

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Distance: 9.8 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Princes Street to Station Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 42 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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