What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton is to train which costs £1 - £3 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton is to train which takes 10 min and costs £1 - £3.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley Station and Colinton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Bridge and arriving at Colinton Village. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley Station and Colinton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kingsknowe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley Station and Colinton is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton without a car is to train which takes 10 min and costs £1 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kingsknowe takes 10 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton bus from?

Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from South Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton is to train which takes 10 min and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can line 45 bus, which costs £3 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Colinton Village station.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton train arrive?

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colinton by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kingsknowetrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
10 min
£1–3
Line 45 bus
1. Take the bus from South Bridge to Colinton Villagebus 45
33 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colintontaxi 4.7 mi
13 min
£30–45
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Waverley Station to Colintonwalk 4.8 mi
1h 34m
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Barnshot Roadbus N16 / ...
40 min
£3

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Distance: 3.8 mi
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley Station, Scotland and Colinton, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kingsknowe hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from South Bridge to Colinton Village every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 28 min.

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