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

The cheapest way to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £10 - £21 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Scotstoun and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotstoun to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stronvar Lane and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Scotstoun and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Scotstounhill and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Scotstoun to Edinburgh?

The distance between Scotstoun and Edinburgh is 48 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £20 - £40.

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

The train from Scotstounhill to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Scotstoun to Edinburgh bus from?

Scotstoun to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotstoun to Edinburgh train from?

Scotstoun to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Scotstounhill station.

Train or bus from Scotstoun to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £21 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Scotstoun to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scotstoun to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotstoun to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotstoun to Edinburgh is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Scotstoun to Edinburgh.

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Scotstoun to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 3 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scotstounhill to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
1h 27m
£20–40
Train via Glasgow Queen Street
cheapest
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 27m
£9–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
1h 52m
£11–20
Drive 50.4 mi
1. Drive from Scotstoun to Edinburghcar 50.4 mi
1h 2m
£13–18
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Danes Drive to Sauchiehall Lanebus 3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 8m
£11–20
Line 3 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Danes Drive to Garnet Streetbus 3
2. Take the train from Charing Cross (Glasgow) to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 12m
£21–38

Scotstoun to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 48 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Scotstoun, Glasgow City, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Scotstounhill to Edinburgh Waverley twice daily. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route every 20 minutes.

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