What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian is to bus which costs £1 - £5 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian is to train which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and West Lothian?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Deer Park. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and West Lothian?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Uphall. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The distance between Edinburgh and West Lothian is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to West Lothian without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Uphall takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to West Lothian bus from?

Edinburgh to West Lothian bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to West Lothian train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian is to train which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £5 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to West Lothian bus arrive?

Edinburgh to West Lothian bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Deer Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh to West Lothian train arrive?

Edinburgh to West Lothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Uphall station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to West Lothian is 14 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Edinburgh to West Lothian.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

Book your Edinburgh to West Lothian bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near West Lothian?

There are 2880+ hotels available in West Lothian.

Edinburgh to West Lothian - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Uphalltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
18 min
£5–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Deer Parkbus Uk090
36 min
£1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to West Lothiantaxi 14.4 mi
28 min
£95–120
Drive 14.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to West Lothiancar 14.4 mi
28 min
£4–6

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Distance: 12.6 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and West Lothian, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Uphall every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Princes Street to Deer Park every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 36 min. Four other operators also service this route.

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