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Compare coach and train for Kirkintilloch to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kirkintilloch to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 60 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kirkintilloch to Edinburgh
Buses from Kirkintilloch to Edinburgh run on average 110 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 107 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 60 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 60 km |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 110 |
Direct buses 107 |
Fastest bus 1h 12m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Kirkintilloch to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Kirkintilloch to Edinburgh with Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kirkintilloch to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkintilloch to Edinburgh by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kirkintilloch and Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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