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

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Edinburgh is to line 915 bus and bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dumbarton and Edinburgh is 58 miles. The road distance is 60.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £16 - £80.

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

The train from Dumbarton Central to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 49m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Edinburgh bus from?

Dumbarton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumbarton to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £16 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 915 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Dumbarton to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumbarton to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Edinburgh is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Dumbarton to Edinburgh.

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

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Dumbarton to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 915 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dumbarton to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Edinburgh WaverleyHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh
1h 49m
£16–80
Line 915 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Buchanan Bus Station915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
1h 57m
£11–16
Drive 60.3 mi
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Edinburgh60.3 mi
1h 17m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Trongate1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk090 / ...
3h 7m

Dumbarton to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 57.5 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barloan Toll to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 57m.

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