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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Edinburgh Waverley?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley station. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Edinburgh Waverley?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley?

The distance between Irvine and Edinburgh Waverley is 77 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley train from?

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

Train or bus from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley?

The best way to get from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £28 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Waverley?

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 48m
£19–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
3h 8m
£16–28
Drive 69.2 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverleycar 69.2 mi
1h 32m
£17–25
Train
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
£22–49

Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley by train and foot

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Distance: 76.7 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Road to Edinburgh Waverley via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 3h 8m.

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