What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath is to bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Waverley station to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Sugarhouse Wynd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Arbroath. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Arbroath is 75 miles. The road distance is 72 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath takes 1h 33m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath bus from?

Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 72 bus, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroathtrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
1h 33m
£16–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus Ember
3h 10m
£14–20
Bus, line 72 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M92
2. Take the bus from Sugarhouse Wynd to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
2h 59m
£16–30
Drive 71.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroathcar 71.6 mi
1h 33m
£18–26

Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath every 2 hours. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Waverley to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Sugarhouse Wynd in around 2h 59m.

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