What is the cheapest way to get from South Queensferry to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from South Queensferry to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Queensferry to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from South Queensferry to Edinburgh is to train which takes 19 min and costs £3 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between South Queensferry and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Slip Road and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between South Queensferry and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dalmeny and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from South Queensferry to Edinburgh?

The distance between South Queensferry and Edinburgh is 9 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

How do I travel from South Queensferry to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from South Queensferry to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs £3 - £7.

How long does it take to get from South Queensferry to Edinburgh?

The train from Dalmeny to Edinburgh Waverley takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the South Queensferry to Edinburgh bus from?

South Queensferry to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Slip Road station.

Where do I catch the South Queensferry to Edinburgh train from?

South Queensferry to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dalmeny station.

Train or bus from South Queensferry to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from South Queensferry to Edinburgh is to train which takes 19 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 24 min.

Where does the South Queensferry to Edinburgh bus arrive?

South Queensferry to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the South Queensferry to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Queensferry to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between South Queensferry to Edinburgh is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from South Queensferry to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from South Queensferry to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2844+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from South Queensferry to Edinburgh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between South Queensferry and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

South Queensferry to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from South Queensferry to Edinburgh by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dalmeny to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glenrothes with Thornton - Edinburgh / ...
19 min
£3–7
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Queensferry to Edinburghrideshare 9.8 mi
33 min
£1
Bus
1. Take the bus from Slip Road to Princes Streetbus X55 / ...
24 min
£2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Queensferry to Edinburghtaxi 9 mi
20 min
£60–75
Drive 9 mi
1. Drive from South Queensferry to Edinburghcar 9 mi
20 min
£3–4

South Queensferry to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between South Queensferry, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dalmeny to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Slip Road to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 24 min. Lothian Country Buses also services this route every 15 minutes.

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