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

The cheapest way to get from Bothwell to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bothwell to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Bothwell and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Bothwell to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Griqua Terrace and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Bothwell and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Bothwell to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Blantyre and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Bothwell to Edinburgh?

The distance between Bothwell and Edinburgh is 51 miles. The road distance is 40.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bothwell to Edinburgh without a car is to line 255 bus and train which takes 2h 11m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Bothwell to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bothwell to Edinburgh bus from?

Bothwell to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Griqua Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Bothwell to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Bothwell to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Bothwell to Edinburgh is to line 255 bus and bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £12 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Bothwell to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Bothwell to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Bothwell to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bothwell to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bothwell to Edinburgh is 40 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Bothwell to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Bothwell to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, line 255 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bothwell to Edinburgh by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 255 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Griqua Terrace to Sword Streetbus 255
2. Take the train from Bellgrove to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 11m
£21–39
Drive 39.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bothwell to Edinburghcar 39.9 mi
50 min
£10–15
Line 255 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Griqua Terrace to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 255
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 19m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bothwell to Edinburghtaxi 39.9 mi
50 min
£110–140
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 20m
£13–39
Line 255 bus, bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Griqua Terrace to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 255
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 23m
£13–19

Bothwell to Edinburgh by train

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 50.4 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Bothwell, South Lanarkshire, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Griqua Terrace to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Two other operators also service this route.

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