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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Linlithgow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Cross. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Linlithgow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Linlithgow. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Linlithgow is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £12.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Linlithgow takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Princes Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Cross station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Linlithgow station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow.

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

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Where can I stay near Linlithgow?

There are 623+ hotels available in Linlithgow.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Castle and Linlithgow. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to LinlithgowEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
29 min
£7–12
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to West Lothian17.8 mi
50 min
£3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to CrossX38
1h 12m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow17.6 mi
29 min
£50–65
Drive 17.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow17.6 mi
29 min
£5–7

Edinburgh Castle to Linlithgow by foot and train

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Distance: 18 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Linlithgow every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–12 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Princes Street to Cross every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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