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

The cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arbroath to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Arbroath and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Arbroath station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queensferry Street via Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Arbroath and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Arbroath and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Arbroath to Edinburgh?

The distance between Arbroath and Edinburgh is 75 miles. The road distance is 72.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arbroath to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs .

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

The train from Arbroath to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Edinburgh bus from?

Arbroath to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Arbroath to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Arbroath to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Arbroath to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Arbroath to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Arbroath to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arbroath to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Arbroath to Edinburgh is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Arbroath to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 1645+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Arbroath to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Arbroath to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
1h 29m
Drive 71.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arbroath to Edinburghcar 71.7 mi
1h 30m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Queensferry Streetbus M92
2h 42m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arbroath to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

First ScotRail operates a train from Arbroath to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours, and the journey takes 1h 29m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Queensferry Street via Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 2h 42m.

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