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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh is to train which takes 39 min and costs £15 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Cumbernauld College and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbernauld and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Croy and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Edinburgh is 36 miles. The road distance is 38.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £15 - £29.

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

The train from Croy to Edinburgh Waverley takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Edinburgh bus from?

Cumbernauld to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Cumbernauld College station.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh is to train which takes 39 min and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus via Buchanan Bus Station, which costs £12 - £23 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cumbernauld to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Edinburgh is 38 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Croy to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
39 min
£15–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to Grahamston Stationbus X37
2. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes Streetbus X38
2h 28m
£8–12
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Cumbernauld College to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X25a
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
1h 45m
£12–23
Drive 38.1 mi
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Edinburghcar 38.1 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cumbernauld to Edinburghtaxi 38.1 mi
49 min
£110–140

Cumbernauld to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Croy to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cumbernauld College to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 45m.

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