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

The cheapest way to get from Ayrshire to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayrshire to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Ayrshire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayrshire to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Limekiln Wynd and arriving at Princes Street via Ayr Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ayrshire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Ayrshire to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Ayrshire to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ayrshire and Edinburgh is 94 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayrshire to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 38m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ayrshire to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayrshire to Edinburgh bus from?

Ayrshire to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayrshire to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayrshire to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ayrshire to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 38m and costs £28 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Ayrshire to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayrshire to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ayrshire to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayrshire to Edinburgh is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Ayrshire to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Ayrshire to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ayrshire to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2h 38m
£28–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
3h 4m
£17–36
Drive 72.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayrshire to Edinburghcar 72.3 mi
1h 35m
£18–26
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
3h 8m
£17–35
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
3h 16m
£33–74

Ayrshire to Edinburgh by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 93.7 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Limekiln Wynd to Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr station, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limekiln Wynd to Princes Street via Ayr Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 4m.

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