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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh is to bus via Glasgow which costs £24 - £50 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcowan and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Shelter and arriving at Princes Street via Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcowan and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kirkcowan and Edinburgh is 146 miles. The road distance is 109.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcowan to Edinburgh bus from?

Kirkcowan to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcowan to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Kirkcowan to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Kirkcowan to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkcowan to Edinburgh train arrive?

Kirkcowan to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcowan to Edinburgh is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Kirkcowan to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Shelter to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 54m
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
5h 26m
£24–48
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 57m
£57–122
Drive 109 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcowan to Edinburghcar 109 mi
2h 21m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shelter to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
6h 13m

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Distance: 145.6 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Shelter to Edinburgh Waverley via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shelter to Princes Street via Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 26m.

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