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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Sorn is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Sorn is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Sorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Sorn. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Sorn Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Sorn?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Sorn. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Auchinleck via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Sorn?

The distance between Edinburgh and Sorn is 81 miles. The road distance is 61.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Sorn without a car is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Edinburgh to Sorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Sorn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Sorn train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Sorn?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Sorn is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Sorn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Sorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Sorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Sorn is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Edinburgh to Sorn.

Where can I stay near Sorn?

There are 387+ hotels available in Sorn.

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

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

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Bus
best
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 56m
£32–50
Drive 60.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Sorncar 60.8 mi
1h 28m
£15–22
Train via Glasgow
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 7m
£44–90
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 57m
£33–50
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 36m
£51–90

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Distance: 80.9 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Sorn via Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station, and Sorn Street in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sorn via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Auchinleck in around 3h 7m.

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