What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Livingston South Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Bankton Lane. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Livingston South Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Livingston South. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station?

The distance between Edinburgh and Livingston South Station is 14 miles. The road distance is 14.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston South takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Livingston South Station bus from?

Edinburgh to Livingston South Station bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Livingston South Station train from?

Edinburgh to Livingston South Station train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Livingston South Station bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Livingston South Station bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Bankton Lane station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Livingston South Station train arrive?

Edinburgh to Livingston South Station train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Livingston South station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Livingston South Station is 15 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station?

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Where can I stay near Livingston South Station?

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Livingston South Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston Southtrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
27 min
£6–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bankton Lanebus N28 / ...
1h 1m
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Livingston South Stationtaxi 14.7 mi
28 min
£95–120
Drive 14.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Livingston South Stationcar 14.7 mi
28 min
£4–6

Edinburgh to Livingston South Station by train

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Distance: 13.7 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Livingston South Station, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston South hourly. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Princes Street to Bankton Lane every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 52 min.

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