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

The cheapest way to get from Galloway to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galloway to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Galloway and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Galloway to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Craigend and arriving at Princes Street via Swimming Pool, Dumfries station and Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Galloway and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Galloway to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Galloway to Edinburgh?

The distance between Galloway and Edinburgh is 165 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galloway to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Galloway to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galloway to Edinburgh bus from?

Galloway to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Stance 4 station.

Where do I catch the Galloway to Edinburgh train from?

Galloway to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Galloway to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Galloway to Edinburgh is to bus via Dumfries which takes 5h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Galloway to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Galloway to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Galloway to Edinburgh train arrive?

Galloway to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Galloway to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Galloway to Edinburgh is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Galloway to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2800+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Galloway to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Galloway to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kenmure to Dumfries stationbus 521
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 21m
Drive 86 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galloway to Edinburghcar 86 mi
1h 54m
£22–31
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
5h 25m
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 34m
£60–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Loreburne Centre Stance 1bus 501
2. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
6h 8m

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Stance 4 to Princes Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Galloway to Edinburgh Waverley via Craigend, Swimming Pool, Dumfries station, Dumfries, and Carlisle in around 4h 34m.

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