How to get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh by bus and train?

From Saltcoats to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 11 bus from Saltcoats Station, Saltcoats station to Mcgavin Way, Kilwinning station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min.

126min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1111
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Saltcoats Station, Saltcoats
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saltcoats Station, Saltcoats
    ID 6170374
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Kilmarnock
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcgavin Way, Kilwinning
    ID 6170266
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Kilwinning
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    70 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Saltcoats to Edinburgh
The distance between Saltcoats, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 77.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Saltcoats to Edinburgh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Saltcoats

Saltcoats is located at Saltcoats, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Saltcoats Station, Saltcoats.

Train stations close to Saltcoats:

  • Stevenston
  • Ardrossan Town
  • Ardrossan Harbour

Bus stations close to Saltcoats:

  • Saltcoats Station, Saltcoats
  • North Ayrshire Museum, Saltcoats
  • Parkend Avenue, Saltcoats
Public transport stations close to Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Waterloo Place, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • Leith Street, Greenside
  • St Andrew's House, Edinburgh
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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh?

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Saltcoats to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    The 11 bus line goes from Saltcoats Station, Saltcoats station near Saltcoats to Kilmarnock station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Kilmarnock station near Edinburgh in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Saltcoats to Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Saltcoats and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Saltcoats to get to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get on the 11 bus from the Saltcoats Station, Saltcoats stop near Saltcoats in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Saltcoats and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Kilmarnock station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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