What is the cheapest way to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat?

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat is to bus and line 33 bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat?

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat is to train which takes 55 min and costs £22 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Arthur's Seat?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Arthur's Seat. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at St Andrew's House via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Arthur's Seat?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Arthur's Seat. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Scotland to Arthur's Seat?

The distance between Scotland and Arthur's Seat is 48 miles. The road distance is 47.2 miles.

How do I travel from Scotland to Arthur's Seat without a car?

The best way to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £22 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Arthur's Seat bus from?

Scotland to Arthur's Seat bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Arthur's Seat train from?

Scotland to Arthur's Seat train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Arthur's Seat?

The best way to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat is to train which takes 55 min and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £29 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Scotland to Arthur's Seat bus arrive?

Scotland to Arthur's Seat bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at St Andrew's House station.

Where does the Scotland to Arthur's Seat train arrive?

Scotland to Arthur's Seat train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Arthur's Seat?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Arthur's Seat is 47 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Scotland to Arthur's Seat.

Where can I stay near Arthur's Seat?

There are 2764+ hotels available in Arthur's Seat.

Scotland to Arthur's Seat - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Scotland to Arthur's Seat by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
55 min
£22–46
Drive 46.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Arthur's Seatcar 46.9 mi
59 min
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Andrew's Housebus Uk090
1h 35m
£22–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Arthur's Seattaxi 46.9 mi
59 min
£300–360
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Commonwealth Poolbus 33
1h 50m
£12–19

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Distance: 48.2 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Scotland and Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 50 min. Lumo also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Andrew's House every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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