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

The cheapest way to get from Barrhead to Edinburgh is to line 3 bus and bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barrhead to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Barrhead and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Barrhead to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Moorhouse Street and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Barrhead and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Barrhead to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Barrhead and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Barrhead to Edinburgh?

The distance between Barrhead and Edinburgh is 53 miles. The road distance is 53.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barrhead to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £16 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Barrhead to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barrhead to Edinburgh bus from?

Barrhead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Moorhouse Street station.

Where do I catch the Barrhead to Edinburgh train from?

Barrhead to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Barrhead to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Barrhead to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £16 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 3 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Barrhead to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Barrhead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Barrhead to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barrhead to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrhead to Edinburgh is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Barrhead to Edinburgh.

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

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Barrhead to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 9m
£16–46
Line 3 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Moorhouse Street to Bath Streetbus 3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 19m
£13–22
Drive 53.4 mi
1. Drive from Barrhead to Edinburghcar 53.4 mi
1h 8m
£13–19
Line 3 bus, bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Glen Street to Bath Streetbus 3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 35m
£13–21

Barrhead to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Moorhouse Street to Princes Street via Bath Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 19m.

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