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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Markinch is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Markinch is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Markinch?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Markinch. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at High Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Markinch?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Markinch. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Markinch?

The distance between Edinburgh and Markinch is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Markinch without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £21.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Markinch takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Markinch bus from?

Edinburgh to Markinch bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Markinch train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Markinch?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Markinch is to train which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £17 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Markinch bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Markinch bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Markinch train arrive?

Edinburgh to Markinch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Markinch station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Markinch?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Markinch is 34 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Edinburgh to Markinch.

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

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Where can I stay near Markinch?

There are 725+ hotels available in Markinch.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Markinchtrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen / ...
55 min
£12–21
Drive 33.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Markinchcar 33.5 mi
42 min
£9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus Stationbus X59a / ...
1h 46m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Markinchtaxi 33.5 mi
42 min
£210–260

Edinburgh to Markinch by train

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Distance: 32.4 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Markinch hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 55 min. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Princes Street to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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