What is the cheapest way to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock Central Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Terrace Road and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock Central Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Greenock Central and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Greenock Central Station and Edinburgh is 73 miles. The road distance is 70.8 miles.

How do I travel from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £13 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh bus from?

Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Terrace Road station.

Where do I catch the Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh train from?

Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Greenock Central station.

Train or bus from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £13 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh.

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There are 4 ways to get from Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Terrace Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906X / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 14m
£13–22
Train
1. Take the train from Greenock Central to Glasgow Centraltrain Gourock - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 21m
£23–58
Drive 70.3 mi
1. Drive from Greenock Central Station to Edinburghcar 70.3 mi
1h 22m
£18–25
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Terrace Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906X / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 18m
£13–21

Greenock Central Station to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 72.4 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Greenock Central Station, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Terrace Road to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Greenock Central to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central in around 2h 21m.

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