What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston is to bus via Bus Terminal which costs £2 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £100 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Princes Street and Livingston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Deer Park. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Princes Street and Livingston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Livingston North. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston?

The distance between Edinburgh Princes Street and Livingston is 15 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £6 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston North takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston bus from?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston train from?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston is to train which takes 29 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston bus arrive?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Deer Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston train arrive?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Livingston North station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston?

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Where can I stay near Livingston?

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingston by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston Northtrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
29 min
£6–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Deer Parkbus Uk090
38 min
£2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingstontaxi 15.9 mi
25 min
£100–130
Drive 15.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Livingstoncar 15.9 mi
25 min
£4–6
Bus via Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus Terminalbus N28 / ...
1h 2m
£2

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Princes Street, Scotland and Livingston, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston North every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Princes Street to Deer Park every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 36 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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