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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cumnock is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cumnock is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cumnock station. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Cumnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Cumnock. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Auchinleck via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cumnock?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cumnock is 87 miles. The road distance is 61.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cumnock without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 16m and costs £24 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Edinburgh to Cumnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cumnock bus from?

Edinburgh to Cumnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cumnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cumnock?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cumnock is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 16m and costs £24 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 76 bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cumnock bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Cumnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cumnock train arrive?

Edinburgh to Cumnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cumnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cumnock is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Edinburgh to Cumnock.

Where can I stay near Cumnock?

There are 340+ hotels available in Cumnock.

Edinburgh to Cumnock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 76 bus, and car

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Auchinlecktrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 16m
£25–67
Drive 61.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cumnockcar 61.2 mi
1h 30m
£15–22
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Cumnock Bus Stationbus 76 / ...
3h 29m
£21–34
Bus, line 76 bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Cumnock Bus Stationbus 76 / ...
3h 30m
£22–34
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Auchinlecktrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 56m
£32–67

Edinburgh to Cumnock by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Holm via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Auchinleck, and Well Road in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Cumnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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