What is the cheapest way to get from Carfin Station to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Carfin Station to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carfin Station to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Carfin Station to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Carfin Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Carfin Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Hillhead Drive and arriving at Princes Street via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Carfin Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carfin and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Carfin Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Carfin Station and Edinburgh is 33 miles. The road distance is 35.2 miles.

How do I travel from Carfin Station to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Carfin Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Carfin Station to Edinburgh?

The train from Carfin to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carfin Station to Edinburgh bus from?

Carfin Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Hillhead Drive station.

Where do I catch the Carfin Station to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Carfin Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Carfin Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 242 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Carfin Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Carfin Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Carfin Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carfin Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Carfin Station to Edinburgh is 35 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Carfin Station to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Carfin Station to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2855+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Carfin Station to Edinburgh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Carfin Station and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Carfin Station to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 242 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Carfin Station to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carfin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 7m
£14–26
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Holytown to Edinburghrideshare 34.1 mi
1h 32m
£4–5
Line 242 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hillhead Drive to Maxim Business Parkbus 211 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Princes Streetbus 900
1h 58m
£9–16
Drive 35 mi
1. Drive from Carfin Station to Edinburghcar 35 mi
43 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carfin Station to Edinburghtaxi 35 mi
43 min
£220–270

Carfin Station to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 32.8 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Carfin Station, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Carfin to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Carfin Station to Princes Street via Hillhead Drive and Maxim Business Park in around 1h 58m.

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