What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie is to bus and line 211 bus which costs £8 - £16 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Airdrie?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Airdrie. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Cairnhill Road via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Airdrie?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Airdrie. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The distance between Edinburgh and Airdrie is 33 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Airdrie without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £14 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Airdrie takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Airdrie bus from?

Edinburgh to Airdrie bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Airdrie train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie is to train which takes 52 min and costs £14 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 211 bus, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Airdrie bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Airdrie bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Airdrie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Airdrie is 35 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Edinburgh to Airdrie.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

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Where can I stay near Airdrie?

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Edinburgh to Airdrie - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 211 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Airdrietrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
52 min
£14–26
Bus, line 211 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Maxim Business Parkbus 900
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Cairnhill Roadbus 211
1h 50m
£8–16
Drive 35.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Airdriecar 35.3 mi
45 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Airdrietaxi 35.3 mi
45 min
£230–280

Edinburgh to Airdrie by train

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Distance: 32.9 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Airdrie, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Airdrie every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Cairnhill Road via Maxim Business Park in around 1h 50m.

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