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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Princes Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Irvine to Edinburgh?

The distance between Irvine and Edinburgh is 76 miles. The road distance is 69.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £26 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Irvine to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Edinburgh bus from?

Irvine to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Irvine to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Irvine to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Irvine to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Irvine to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Irvine to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Edinburgh is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Irvine to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 21m
£26–64
Drive 68.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Edinburghcar 68.8 mi
1h 30m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 41m
£19–32
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 45m
£19–31

Irvine to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Road to Princes Street via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 41m.

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