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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire is to bus and line 38 bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Renfrewshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Thorn Court via Pavillion Theatre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Renfrewshire?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Johnstone via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire?

The distance between Edinburgh and Renfrewshire is 56 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £17 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Renfrewshire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Renfrewshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £17 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Renfrewshire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Renfrewshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Renfrewshire is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Edinburgh to Renfrewshire.

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

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Where can I stay near Renfrewshire?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Renfrewshire.

Edinburgh to Renfrewshire - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 38 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 50m
£18–46
Bus, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Thorn Courtbus 38
2h 26m
£14–22
Drive 57.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Renfrewshirecar 57.6 mi
1h 10m
£14–21
Bus, line 38 bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Thorn Courtbus 38
2h 32m
£15–22

Edinburgh to Renfrewshire by train

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Distance: 56.2 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Thorn Court via Buchanan Bus Station and Pavillion Theatre in around 2h 26m.

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