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

The cheapest way to get from Airdrie to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Airdrie to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Airdrie and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Airdrie to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bank Street and arriving at Princes Street via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Airdrie and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Airdrie and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Airdrie to Edinburgh?

The distance between Airdrie and Edinburgh is 33 miles. The road distance is 35.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Airdrie to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £26.

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

The train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Waverley takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Airdrie to Edinburgh bus from?

Airdrie to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bank Street station.

Where do I catch the Airdrie to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Airdrie to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Airdrie to Edinburgh is to train which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 202 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Airdrie to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Airdrie to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Airdrie to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Airdrie to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Airdrie to Edinburgh is 36 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Airdrie to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Airdrie to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Airdrie to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 202 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Airdrie to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
52 min
£10–26
Drive 35.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Airdrie to Edinburghcar 35.6 mi
45 min
£9–13
Line 202 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bank Street to Maxim Business Parkbus 202
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Princes Streetbus 900
1h 35m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Airdrie to Edinburghtaxi 35.6 mi
45 min
£100–130

Airdrie to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 32.9 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bank Street to Princes Street via Maxim Business Park in around 1h 35m.

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