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

The cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 2h 59m.

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 Nethergate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

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 39m.

How far is it from Arbroath to Edinburgh?

The distance between Arbroath and Edinburgh is 74 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 39m and costs £20 - £60.

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

The train from Arbroath to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 39m 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 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 39m and costs £20 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 72 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £28 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Arbroath to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Arbroath to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Nethergate station.

Where does the Arbroath to Edinburgh train arrive?

Arbroath to Edinburgh train services, operated by 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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Arbroath to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 72 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
1h 39m
£20–60
Line 72 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Nethergatebus 72 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
2h 39m
£15–28
Drive 71.7 mi
1. Drive from Arbroath to Edinburghcar 71.7 mi
1h 30m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arbroath Burnside Drive to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to George Streetbus Ember
2h 59m
£15–21

Arbroath to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 73.9 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Arbroath to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Queensferry Street via Nethergate in around 2h 39m.

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