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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Holywood is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Holywood is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Holywood?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Home Street and arriving at Village. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Holywood?

The distance between Edinburgh and Holywood is 76 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Holywood without a car is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs .

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

The bus from Home Street to Village takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Holywood bus from?

Edinburgh to Holywood bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Home Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Holywood bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Holywood bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Village station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Holywood?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Holywood is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Edinburgh to Holywood.

Where can I stay near Holywood?

There are 419+ hotels available in Holywood.

Edinburgh to Holywood - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 381 bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Home Street to Villagebus 102
2h 44m
Drive 74.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Holywoodcar 74.6 mi
1h 40m
£19–27
Train, line 381 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lockerbietrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Hall to Stance 4bus 381
2h 45m

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Home Street to Village twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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