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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from West Kilbride to Edinburgh

Composite routes from West Kilbride to Edinburgh

Cheapest
1 h 34 min
Car
131 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

McGills Buses

Phone:
08000 51 56 51
Email:
Website:
mcgillsbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Crawford Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.68

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$88.60

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from West Kilbride to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$34.18
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$36.71

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from West Kilbride to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from West Kilbride to Edinburgh is to bus via St Andrew's House which costs $18.48 - $25 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Kilbride to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from West Kilbride to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $26.09 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct bus between West Kilbride and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from West Kilbride to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Hunterston Road and arriving at Princes Street via Crawford Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between West Kilbride and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from West Kilbride to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from West Kilbride and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from West Kilbride to Edinburgh?

The distance between West Kilbride and Edinburgh is 130 km. The road distance is 130.8 km.

How do I travel from West Kilbride to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from West Kilbride to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $27.17 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from West Kilbride to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from West Kilbride to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Kilbride to Edinburgh bus from?

West Kilbride to Edinburgh bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Crawford Street station.

Where do I catch the West Kilbride to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from West Kilbride to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from West Kilbride to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $27.17 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $31.52 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the West Kilbride to Edinburgh bus arrive?

West Kilbride to Edinburgh bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the West Kilbride to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Kilbride to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between West Kilbride to Edinburgh is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from West Kilbride to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from West Kilbride to Edinburgh?

Book your West Kilbride to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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