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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kirkcudbright?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Harbour Square Shelter via Stance 5 and Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kirkcudbright is 117 miles. The road distance is 100.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright without a car is to train and line 381 bus and bus which takes 4h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright bus from?

Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Stance 1 station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright.

Where can I stay near Kirkcudbright?

There are 323+ hotels available in Kirkcudbright.

Edinburgh to Kirkcudbright - 5 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 381 bus, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lockerbietrain
2. Take the bus from Hall to Stance 4bus 381
3. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Parkbus 500
4h 42m
Drive 99.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kirkcudbrightcar 99.6 mi
2h 13m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Swimming Poolbus 500
5h 35m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Stance 1bus 101A / ...
5h 18m
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stance 2bus X74
3. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Gallerybus 555
6h 33m

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Princes Street to Stance 1 4 times a day, and the journey takes 3h 1m.

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