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

The cheapest way to get from Plains to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Plains to Edinburgh is to train which takes 49 min and costs £14 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Plains and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Plains to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kintyre Crescent and arriving at Princes Street via Devonview Street and Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Plains and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Drumgelloch and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Plains to Edinburgh?

The distance between Plains and Edinburgh is 32 miles. The road distance is 32.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plains to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £14 - £26.

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

The train from Drumgelloch to Edinburgh Waverley takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Plains to Edinburgh bus from?

Plains to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Devonview Street station.

Where do I catch the Plains to Edinburgh train from?

Plains to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Drumgelloch station.

Train or bus from Plains to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Plains to Edinburgh is to train which takes 49 min and costs £14 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 211 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Plains to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Plains to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Plains to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plains to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Plains to Edinburgh is 32 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Plains to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Plains to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 211 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Drumgelloch to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
49 min
£14–26
Drive 32.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plains to Edinburghcar 32.2 mi
51 min
£8–12
Line 211 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Devonview Street to Maxim Business Parkbus 211
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Princes Streetbus 900
2h 1m
£9–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plains to Edinburghtaxi 32.2 mi
51 min
£210–250

Plains to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 31.5 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Drumgelloch to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kintyre Crescent to Princes Street via Callon Street, Devonview Street, and Maxim Business Park in around 2h 1m.

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