How to get from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh by bus and train?

North Ayrshire to Edinburgh - Bus Timetable

The X36 bus from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh runs from 06:21 to 15:33, with departures every 45 min-1 hr 15 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 22 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From North Ayrshire to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the X36 bus from Sharon Street, Dalry station to Blythswood Street, Glasgow station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 500 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from North Ayrshire may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

142min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X36X36
Bus - 500500
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Sharon Street, Dalry

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sharon Street, Dalry
    ID 61701018
    1.62 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - X36X36
    Wait for bus
    X36
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Blythswood Street, Glasgow
    ID 6090189
    55 min
  • 4
    Bus - 500500
    Wait for bus
    500
    Glasgow
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cathedral Street, Glasgow
    ID 6090109
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    70 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    54 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh

The distance between North Ayrshire, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 120.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 142 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh

To check the bus and train timetable from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (North Ayrshire) and destination (Edinburgh), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh?

    The fastest way takes 142 minutes, using Bus line X36, Bus line 500, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between North Ayrshire and Edinburgh?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh?

    The X36 bus line goes from Sharon Street, Dalry station near North Ayrshire in North Ayrshire to Blythswood Street, Glasgow station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Blythswood Street, Glasgow station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from North Ayrshire to Edinburgh by bus and train?

    The total travel time between North Ayrshire in North Ayrshire and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near North Ayrshire to get to Edinburgh?

    Get on the X36 bus from the Sharon Street, Dalry stop near North Ayrshire in North Ayrshire.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between North Ayrshire and Edinburgh?

    Get off the bus at the Blythswood Street, Glasgow station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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