What is the cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus via Station Road which costs £15 - £25 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Haymarket via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Edinburgh Zoo is 71 miles. The road distance is 60.1 miles.

How do I travel from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 47m and costs £17 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs £15 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 3004+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X76 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 47m
£18–52
Drive 59.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoocar 59.7 mi
1h 14m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo Northbus Uk090
1h 55m
£16–26
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 37m
£32–61
Bus via Station Road
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Station Roadbus 900
2h 4m
£16–25

Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Church Street to Edinburgh Zoo via Glasgow and Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Edinburgh Zoo via Glasgow Central, Haymarket, Edinburgh Haymarket Station South, and Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South in around 2h 37m.

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