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

The cheapest way to get from Tarbolton to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tarbolton to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Tarbolton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Tarbolton to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Princes Street via Ayr Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Tarbolton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Tarbolton to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Tarbolton to Edinburgh?

The distance between Tarbolton and Edinburgh is 96 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tarbolton to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 44m and costs £27 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Tarbolton to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tarbolton to Edinburgh bus from?

Tarbolton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Tarbolton to Edinburgh train from?

Tarbolton to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Tarbolton to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Tarbolton to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 44m and costs £27 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Tarbolton to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Tarbolton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Tarbolton to Edinburgh train arrive?

Tarbolton to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Tarbolton to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarbolton to Edinburgh is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Tarbolton to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2834+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2h 44m
£28–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
3h 20m
£18–37
Drive 71.2 mi
1. Drive from Tarbolton to Edinburghcar 71.2 mi
1h 32m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
3h 22m
£35–75
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
3h 27m
£18–36

Tarbolton to Edinburgh by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 95.8 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr station, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Princes Street via Ayr Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 20m.

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