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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Irvine is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at East Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Irvine via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Irvine?

The distance between Edinburgh and Irvine is 76 miles. The road distance is 68.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Edinburgh to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Irvine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Irvine train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Irvine?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Irvine is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Irvine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Irvine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Irvine is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Edinburgh to Irvine.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Irvine?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Irvinetrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
2h 18m
£26–61
Drive 67.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Irvinecar 67.8 mi
1h 30m
£17–24
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 / ...
2h 42m
£18–31
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2h 43m
£19–31

Edinburgh to Irvine by train

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Irvine via Glasgow Central in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to East Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 2h 42m.

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