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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcudbright and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Harbour Square Shelter and arriving at Princes Street via Pub and Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcudbright and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh?

The distance between Kirkcudbright and Edinburgh is 163 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh bus from?

Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Stance 4 station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh train from?

Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh train arrive?

Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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There are 3 ways to get from Kirkcudbright to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 29m
£44–92
Drive 99.5 mi
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1. Drive from Kirkcudbright to Edinburghcar 99.5 mi
2h 13m
£25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
5h 30m

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Distance: 162.2 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Harbour Square Shelter to Edinburgh Waverley via Swimming Pool, Dumfries station, Dumfries, and Carlisle in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Stance 4 to Princes Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 48m.

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