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

The cheapest way to get from Armadale to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Armadale to Edinburgh is to train which takes 34 min and costs £9 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Armadale and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kross Bar and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Armadale and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Armadale and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Armadale to Edinburgh?

The distance between Armadale and Edinburgh is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Armadale to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £9 - £17.

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

The train from Armadale to Edinburgh Waverley takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Armadale to Edinburgh bus from?

Armadale to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Kross Bar station.

Where do I catch the Armadale to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Armadale to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Armadale to Edinburgh is to train which takes 34 min and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Armadale to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Armadale to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Armadale to Edinburgh train arrive?

Armadale to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Armadale to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Armadale to Edinburgh is 23 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Armadale to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Armadale to Edinburgh?

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There are 4 ways to get from Armadale to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Armadale to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
34 min
£9–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kross Bar to Princes Streetbus X18
1h 20m
£2
Drive 22.6 mi
1. Drive from Armadale to Edinburghcar 22.6 mi
35 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Armadale to Edinburghtaxi 22.6 mi
35 min
£140–180

Armadale to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Armadale, West Lothian, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Armadale to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Kross Bar to Princes Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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