What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby Stephen and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Pennine Hotel and arriving at South Bridge via Halston Hotel and Mart Street Bus Stance. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkby Stephen and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kirkby Stephen and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kirkby Stephen and Edinburgh is 147 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 33m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh bus from?

Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Pennine Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh train from?

Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Kirkby Stephen station.

Train or bus from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh train arrive?

Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2783+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Rail Stationbus 563
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 33m
£38–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Rail Stationbus 563
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Mart Street Bus Stancebus X95
3. Take the bus from Mart Street Bus Stance to South Bridgebus X95
6h 35m
£29–44
Drive 135.1 mi
1. Drive from Kirkby Stephen to Edinburghcar 135.1 mi
2h 38m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisletrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 57m
£39–83

Kirkby Stephen to Edinburgh by bus and train

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Distance: 145.7 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Kirkby Stephen, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Pennine Hotel to South Bridge via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Carlisle, Halston Hotel, and Mart Street Bus Stance in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Costa Coffee to Edinburgh Waverley via Rail Station, Kirkby Stephen, and Carlisle in around 3h 57m.

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