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

The cheapest way to get from Cowal to Edinburgh is to drive and train which costs £29 - £45 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowal to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £45.

How far is it from Cowal to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cowal and Edinburgh is 146 miles. The road distance is 126.7 miles.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Cowal to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cowal to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowal to Edinburgh is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Cowal to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2487+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Cowal to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Cowal to Naval Basecar
2. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
4h 54m
£30–45
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Cowal to Edinburghcar 126 mi
2h 59m
£31–44
Drive, bus via McInroys Point
1. Drive from Cowal to McInroys Pointcar
2. Take the bus from McInroys Point to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 901
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
5h 1m
£32–44
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Cowal to Victoria Parkcar
2. Take the bus from Victoria Park to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
5h 13m
£30–45
Drive, train via Glasgow
1. Drive from Cowal to Gourockcar
2. Take the train from Gourock to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 10m
£48–60

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cowal to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 145.4 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Cowal to Edinburgh. However, you can drive to Naval Base, take the bus to King Street, walk to Helensburgh Central, then take the train to Edinburgh Waverley. Alternatively, you can drive from Cowal to Edinburgh in around 2h 59m.

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