What is the cheapest way to get from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 35 min and costs £8 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk (Region) and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mary Square and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk (Region) and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Falkirk (Region) and Edinburgh is 25 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

How do I travel from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £8 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh?

The train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverley takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh bus from?

Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Mary Square station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh train from?

Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train or bus from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 35 min and costs £8 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh is 24 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh?

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There are 4 ways to get from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
35 min
£8–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mary Square to Princes Streetbus X38
1h 28m
£5–10
Drive 23.5 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburghcar 23.5 mi
35 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Falkirk (Region) to Edinburghtaxi 23.5 mi
35 min
£150–190

Falkirk (Region) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 25.3 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Falkirk (Region), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 35 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Mary Square to Princes Street hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Two other operators also service this route.

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