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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno is to line 44 bus via Princes Street which costs £3 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley and Balerno?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Balerno High School. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Balerno is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Balerno High School station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno is 8 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno.

Where can I stay near Balerno?

There are 2907+ hotels available in Balerno.

Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 44 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Balerno by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Slatefordtrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Slateford Station to Balerno High Schoolbus 44 / ...
33 min
£4–5
Drive 8.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Balernocar 8.4 mi
22 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Waverley to Balernotaxi 8.4 mi
22 min
£55–70
Line 44 bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Balerno High Schoolbus N44 / ...
47 min
£3
Line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Lovedale Roadbus 44
52 min
£3

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from Princes Street to Balerno High School every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 42 min.

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