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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Drumchapel is to bus which costs £11 - £21 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Drumchapel is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Drumchapel?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Drumchapel. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Airgold Drive via Dundas Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Drumchapel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Drumchapel. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Drumchapel?

The distance between Edinburgh and Drumchapel is 50 miles. The road distance is 52 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Drumchapel without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £20 - £40.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Drumchapel takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Drumchapel bus from?

Edinburgh to Drumchapel bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Drumchapel train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Drumchapel?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Drumchapel is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £21 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Drumchapel bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Drumchapel bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Drumchapel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Drumchapel?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Drumchapel is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Edinburgh to Drumchapel.

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

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Where can I stay near Drumchapel?

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Drumchapel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Drumchapeltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central
1h 37m
£20–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Dundas Street to Airgold Drivebus 6A
2h 13m
£11–21
Drive 51.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Drumchapelcar 51.7 mi
1h 7m
£13–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundas Street to Airgold Drivebus 6A
1h 43m
£12–41
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Dundas Street to Airgold Drivebus 6A
2h 14m
£12–21

Edinburgh to Drumchapel by train

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Distance: 49.7 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Drumchapel every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Airgold Drive via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundas Street in around 2h 13m.

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