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

The cheapest way to get from Cardross to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardross to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Cardross and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardross to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Smithy Road and arriving at Princes Street via Bowie Street, Waterloo Lane and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cardross and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardross and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Cardross to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cardross and Edinburgh is 61 miles. The road distance is 64.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardross to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £17 - £40.

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

The train from Cardross to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 56m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardross to Edinburgh bus from?

Cardross to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bowie Street station.

Where do I catch the Cardross to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardross to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cardross to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Cardross to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cardross to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Hielenman's Umbrella station.

Where does the Cardross to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardross to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardross to Edinburgh is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Cardross to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardross to Edinburgh WaverleyHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh
1h 56m
£17–40
Drive 64.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardross to Edinburgh64.1 mi
1h 24m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bowie Street to Hielenman's Umbrella1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
3h 1m

Cardross to Edinburgh by train

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1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Cardross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithy Road to Princes Street via Bowie Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 1m.

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