What is the cheapest way to get from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh is to bus via St Mary's Way which costs £13 - £23 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton Castle and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton Castle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dumbarton East and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dumbarton Castle and Edinburgh is 57 miles. The road distance is 60.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh?

The train from Dumbarton East to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh bus from?

Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh train from?

Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton East station.

Train or bus from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton East to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
1h 47m
£25–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
1h 58m
£13–25
Drive 60 mi
1. Drive from Dumbarton Castle to Edinburghcar 60 mi
1h 18m
£15–22
Bus via St Mary's Way
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Way to Buchanan Streetbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 45m
£13–23

Dumbarton Castle to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 57.1 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Dumbarton Castle, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton East to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barloan Toll to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 58m.

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