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

The cheapest way to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Kilwinning and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilwinning to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Claremont Crescent and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Kilwinning and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Kilwinning to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kilwinning and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Kilwinning to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kilwinning and Edinburgh is 74 miles. The road distance is 70.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 44m and costs £17 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilwinning to Edinburgh bus from?

Kilwinning to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Claremont Crescent station.

Where do I catch the Kilwinning to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilwinning to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Kilwinning to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 44m and costs £17 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Kilwinning to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilwinning to Edinburgh train arrive?

Kilwinning to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kilwinning to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilwinning to Edinburgh is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Kilwinning to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
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1. Take the train from Kilwinning to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 44m
£17–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Claremont Crescent to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36b / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 21m
£18–30
Drive 70.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilwinning to Edinburghcar 70.2 mi
1h 30m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Kilwinning to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 17m
£20–46

Kilwinning to Edinburgh by train and foot

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a train from Kilwinning to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Claremont Crescent to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 21m.

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