What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock is to bus which costs £10 - £20 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at West Stewart Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Greenock West via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Greenock is 71 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £26 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Greenock bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Greenock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Greenock train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Greenock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £26 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Greenock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Greenock train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Greenock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Greenock is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock?

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Where can I stay near Greenock?

There are 868+ hotels available in Greenock.

Edinburgh Castle to Greenock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Greenock WestGlasgow Central - Gourock
2h 6m
£26–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
2h 38m
£10–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Cathedral Street to West Stewart Street906 / ...
2h 11m
£23–81
Drive 69.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock69.5 mi
1h 20m
£18–25

Edinburgh Castle to Greenock by foot and train

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.9 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Greenock, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Greenock West via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to West Stewart Street via Princes Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 38m.

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