Rome2Rio

How to get fromSaltcoats to Edinburgh Zooby train, bus, or car

Find Transport to Edinburgh Zoo

See all options

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train via Glasgow

    best
    1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain train Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central / ...
    2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain train Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
    2h 1m
    £20–50

  2. Drive  69.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Saltcoats to Edinburgh Zoocar car 69.9 mi
    1h 31m
    £18–26

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Saltcoats Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus bus X36 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo Northbus bus Uk090
    2h 23m
    £19–30

  4. Train

    1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain train Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central / ...
    2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain train Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
    2h 34m
    £30–50

  5. Train, line 9 bus, bus

    1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain train
    2. Take the bus from Smithhills Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus bus 9
    3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Station Roadbus bus 900
    2h 55m
    £21–36

Saltcoats to Edinburgh Zoo by train, foot, and bus

Calendar238Weekly Services
Duration2h 1mAverage Duration
Ticket£20Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh Zoo.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 77.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Saltcoats, Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland?

You can take a train from Saltcoats to Edinburgh Zoo via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Haymarket, Edinburgh Haymarket Station South, and Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saltcoats Station to Edinburgh Zoo via Glasgow and Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North in around 2h 23m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Booking & Getting There