What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to South Queensferry?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to South Queensferry is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to South Queensferry?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to South Queensferry is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and South Queensferry?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Slip Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and South Queensferry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dalmeny. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to South Queensferry?

The distance between Edinburgh and South Queensferry is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to South Queensferry without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to South Queensferry?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dalmeny takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to South Queensferry bus from?

Edinburgh to South Queensferry bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to South Queensferry train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to South Queensferry?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to South Queensferry is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 21 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to South Queensferry bus arrive?

Edinburgh to South Queensferry bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Slip Road station.

Where does the Edinburgh to South Queensferry train arrive?

Edinburgh to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmeny station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to South Queensferry?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to South Queensferry is 9 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Edinburgh to South Queensferry.

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

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Where can I stay near South Queensferry?

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Edinburgh to South Queensferry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dalmenytrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton / ...
15 min
£4–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Slip Roadbus X56 / ...
21 min
£2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to South Queensferrytaxi 9.4 mi
21 min
£60–80
Drive 9.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to South Queensferrycar 9.4 mi
21 min
£3–4

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and South Queensferry, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dalmeny every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Slip Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 21 min. Lothian Country Buses also services this route every 30 minutes.

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