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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Tarbolton is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Tarbolton is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Tarbolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Tarbolton. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Cunningham Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Tarbolton?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Tarbolton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Tarbolton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Tarbolton is 90 miles. The road distance is 71.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Tarbolton without a car is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Edinburgh to Tarbolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Tarbolton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Tarbolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Tarbolton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Tarbolton is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Tarbolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Tarbolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Tarbolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Tarbolton is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Edinburgh to Tarbolton.

Where can I stay near Tarbolton?

There are 539+ hotels available in Tarbolton.

Edinburgh to Tarbolton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 13m
£17–36
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 15m
£34–77
Drive 71.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Tarboltoncar 71.5 mi
1h 29m
£18–26
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
3h 13m
£18–36

Edinburgh to Tarbolton by train and bus

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3h 15mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.3 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Cunningham Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to James Street via Glasgow Central, Ayr, and Killoch Place in around 3h 15m.

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