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

The cheapest way to get from Cardonald to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardonald to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Cardonald and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardonald to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bankfoot Road and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cardonald and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Cardonald to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Cardonald and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Cardonald to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cardonald and Edinburgh is 51 miles. The road distance is 51.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardonald to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £20 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Cardonald to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardonald to Edinburgh bus from?

Cardonald to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bankfoot Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardonald to Edinburgh train from?

Cardonald to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Cardonald to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cardonald to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £20 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Cardonald to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardonald to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardonald to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardonald to Edinburgh is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Cardonald to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Cardonald to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 23m
£20–21
Drive 51.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardonald to Edinburghcar 51.3 mi
1h 3m
£13–18
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bankfoot Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
1h 56m
Line 9 bus, bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bankfoot Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
2h 1m
Line 3 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dryburn Avenue to Bus Stationbus 3
2. Take the train from Partick to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 10m

Cardonald to Edinburgh by train and foot

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Distance: 50.9 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £17–18 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bankfoot Road to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 56m.

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