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

The cheapest way to get from Dunbar to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £5 - £6 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunbar to Edinburgh is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Dunbar and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from High Street and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Dunbar and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunbar and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Dunbar to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dunbar and Edinburgh is 29 miles. The road distance is 29.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunbar to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

The train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverley takes 22 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Edinburgh bus from?

Dunbar to Edinburgh bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Edinburgh train from?

Dunbar to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dunbar station.

Train or bus from Dunbar to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dunbar to Edinburgh is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £6 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Dunbar to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dunbar to Edinburgh bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dunbar to Edinburgh train arrive?

Dunbar to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunbar to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunbar to Edinburgh is 30 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Dunbar to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2507+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Dunbar to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Dunbar to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverley 4 times a day. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 22 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, East Coast Buses operates a bus from High Street to Princes Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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