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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Douglas is to bus via Albert Square which costs £8 - £15 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Douglas is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Douglas. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Dundee West Ferry via Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Douglas?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Douglas. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dundee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Douglas?

The distance between Edinburgh and Douglas is 61 miles. The road distance is 57.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Douglas without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £21 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Edinburgh to Douglas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Douglas bus from?

Edinburgh to Douglas bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Douglas train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Douglas?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Douglas is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £21 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Douglas bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Douglas bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Douglas train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Douglas is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Edinburgh to Douglas.

Where can I stay near Douglas?

There are 968+ hotels available in Douglas.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
1h 44m
£22–53
Bus via Albert Square
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
2h 35m
£8–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
2h 2m
£13–20
Drive 57.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Douglascar 57.1 mi
1h 15m
£14–21

Edinburgh to Douglas by train and bus

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Distance: 61 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Douglas, Dundee City, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee hourly. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Dundee station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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