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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Armadale is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Armadale is to train which takes 32 min and costs £9 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Armadale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Barbauchlaw Avenue. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Armadale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Armadale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Armadale?

The distance between Edinburgh and Armadale is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Armadale without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £9 - £17.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Armadale takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Armadale bus from?

Edinburgh to Armadale bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Armadale train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Armadale?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Armadale is to train which takes 32 min and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Armadale bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Armadale bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Barbauchlaw Avenue station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Armadale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Armadale?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Armadale is 22 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Edinburgh to Armadale.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Armadale?

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Where can I stay near Armadale?

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Edinburgh to Armadale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Armadaletrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
32 min
£9–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Barbauchlaw Avenuebus X18
1h 16m
£2
Drive 22.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Armadalecar 22.3 mi
35 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Armadaletaxi 22.3 mi
35 min
£140–180

Edinburgh to Armadale by train

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Armadale, West Lothian, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Armadale hourly. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Princes Street to Barbauchlaw Avenue every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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