What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton is to line 45 bus which costs £2 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton is to train which takes 11 min and costs £3 - £4.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley and Colinton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Bridge and arriving at Colinton Village. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley and Colinton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kingsknowe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Colinton is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs £3 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kingsknowe takes 11 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton bus from?

Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from South Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton is to train which takes 11 min and costs £3 - £4. Alternatively, you can line 45 bus, which costs £2 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Colinton Village station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh Waverley and Colinton?

Colinton is 1h behind Edinburgh Waverley. It is currently 8:07 AM in Edinburgh Waverley and 7:07 AM in Colinton.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton train arrive?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton?

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Where can I stay near Colinton?

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Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 45 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to KingsknoweEdinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
11 min
£3–4
Line 45 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Bridge to Colinton Village45
34 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton4.8 mi
13 min
£18–22
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton4.8 mi
1h 33m
Line 45 bus via National Museum of Scotland
1. Take the bus from National Museum of Scotland to Colinton Village45
35 min
£2
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Barnshot RoadN16 / ...
41 min
£2

Edinburgh Waverley to Colinton by train

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Distance: 3.8 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Colinton, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kingsknowe hourly. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from South Bridge to Colinton Village every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 28 min.

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