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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Athelstaneford is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Athelstaneford is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Athelstaneford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waterloo Place and arriving at Abbey Mains. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Athelstaneford?

The distance between Edinburgh and Athelstaneford is 20 miles. The road distance is 21.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Athelstaneford without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The bus from Waterloo Place to Abbey Mains takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Athelstaneford bus from?

Edinburgh to Athelstaneford bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from Waterloo Place station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Athelstaneford bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Athelstaneford bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Abbey Mains station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Athelstaneford?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Athelstaneford is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Edinburgh to Athelstaneford.

Where can I stay near Athelstaneford?

There are 447+ hotels available in Athelstaneford.

Edinburgh to Athelstaneford - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Athelstaneford by bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Abbey Mainsbus X7 / ...
50 min
£3–5
Drive 21.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Athelstanefordcar 21.4 mi
30 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Athelstanefordtaxi 21.4 mi
30 min
£140–170

Edinburgh to Athelstaneford by bus

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

East Coast Buses operates a bus from Waterloo Place to Abbey Mains every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 50 min.

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