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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine Station to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine Station to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine Station and Edinburgh?

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

Is there a direct train between Irvine Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine Station 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 Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Irvine Station and Edinburgh is 76 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 10m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Irvine Station to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Irvine Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Irvine Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Irvine Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine Station to Edinburgh is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Irvine Station to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 10m
£22–42
Drive 70.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine Station to Edinburghcar 70.5 mi
1h 33m
£18–25
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
£27–63
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 56m
£19–32

Irvine Station to Edinburgh by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 75.4 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Irvine Station, 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 vehicle from Irvine Station to Princes Street via Court House, Kilmarnock Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 56m.

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