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

The cheapest way to get from Livingston to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Livingston to Edinburgh is to train which takes 23 min and costs £6 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Livingston and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Deer Park and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Livingston and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Livingston North and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Livingston to Edinburgh?

The distance between Livingston and Edinburgh is 15 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Livingston to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs £6 - £12.

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

The train from Livingston North to Edinburgh Waverley takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Livingston to Edinburgh bus from?

Livingston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Deer Park station.

Where do I catch the Livingston to Edinburgh train from?

Livingston to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Livingston North station.

Train or bus from Livingston to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Livingston to Edinburgh is to train which takes 23 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Livingston to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Livingston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Livingston to Edinburgh train arrive?

Livingston to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Livingston to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Livingston to Edinburgh is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Livingston to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Livingston to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Livingston to Edinburgh?

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Livingston North to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
23 min
£6–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Deer Park to Princes Streetbus Uk090
34 min
£2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Livingston to Edinburghtaxi 17.2 mi
26 min
£110–140
Drive 17.2 mi
1. Drive from Livingston to Edinburghcar 17.2 mi
26 min
£5–7

Livingston to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Livingston North to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Deer Park to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 34 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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