What is the cheapest way to get from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley?

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley is to bus which costs £9 - £28 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley?

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Edinburgh Waverley?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley station. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Edinburgh Waverley?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley?

The distance between Greenock and Edinburgh Waverley is 71 miles. The road distance is 71.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £17 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley bus from?

Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley train from?

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

Train or bus from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley?

The best way to get from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £17 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £28 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley.

How do I get a train ticket from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Waverley?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Glasgow Centraltrain Gourock - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 45m
£18–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
2h 32m
£9–27
Drive 71.4 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Edinburgh Waverleycar 71.4 mi
1h 25m
£18–26
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 37m
£13–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Waterloo Lanebus 906 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 39m
£19–40

Greenock to Edinburgh Waverley by train and foot

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Distance: 70.3 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Greenock, Scotland and Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland?

You can take a train from Greenock West to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 1 to Edinburgh Waverley via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 2h 32m.

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