What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central is to bus which costs £13 - £25 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dumbarton Central?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Barloan Toll via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Dumbarton Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Haymarket and arriving at Dumbarton Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dumbarton Central is 57 miles. The road distance is 59.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £16 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central?

The train from Haymarket to Dumbarton Central takes 1h 46m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central bus from?

Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central train from?

Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central?

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Where can I stay near Dumbarton Central?

There are 1544+ hotels available in Dumbarton Central.

Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Dumbarton Centraltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central
1h 46m
£16–45
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barloan Tollbus 915 / ...
2h 30m
£14–24
Drive 59.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dumbarton Centralcar 59.5 mi
1h 18m
£15–21

Edinburgh to Dumbarton Central by train

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Distance: 56.5 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Dumbarton Central, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Haymarket to Dumbarton Central hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Dumbarton Central via Buchanan Bus Station and Barloan Toll in around 2h 30m.

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